Job Description
Junior Design Engineer - Multi Utility
Leeds / Hybrid
Starting Salary: Up to £30K
Role Summary
Our client, a market leader within the utilities sector, is looking to expand their team by bringing on board a Junior Design Engineer who has AutoCAD experience. The core markets of this client are the ICP / EV / Gas / Electricity & Telecoms sectors where they have an incredible reputation within the sector. They strive to be market leaders and are looking for a proactive and forward-thinking individual to join their journey and become an integral part of their bright future.
Duties
As an Assistant Design Engineer, you will assist the Design Engineers by producing draft designs and technical drawings using AutoCAD and design calculation software. You will work to the company policies and industry standards while value engineering or maintaining gross margin as predicted by the Tendering Engineers.
1. Assist in the production of compliant designs in accordance with customer requirements and industry standards.
2. Understand and apply ENA, DNO & IDNO G81 design standards and engineering recommendations.
3. Assist in processing job-specific cost estimates for variations and contract changes.
4. Record project progression on the design database.
5. Work within the guidance of the company policies and BMS.
6. Ensure own design work is carried out in line with NERS, GIRS & WIRS accreditations.
7. Escalate problems in a timely manner to minimize business exposure.
8. Attend site to develop an understanding of routing, plant, and installation processes.
9. Maintain a record of CPD to enable learning and progression.
Requirements & Qualities
* Willingness to work towards formal qualifications in an electrical, gas, or water discipline.
* Experience of AutoCAD (2D only).
* Accuracy of drafting work and attention to detail.
* Be technically minded and able to understand methods and equations behind calculation software.
* Professional, helpful attitude and ability to work under pressure.
* Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
Package & Benefits
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays as standard.
* Up to 3 extra days holiday for long service – 2 years +1, 5 years +1, 10 years +1.
* The option to purchase an additional 5 days holiday per year.
* 5% employer pension contribution.
* 2x Death in Service Cover.
* Private health cover, half paid for by us, and fully paid after 3 years.
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