Company Description
Egis is a leading global architecture, consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. We work side by side with clients to build a more balanced, sustainable and resilient world.
Omnia Projects, part of the Egis Group, are a UK-based engineering consultancy specialising in electricity Transmission and Distribution (T&D) providing engineering, project management and technical assurance.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Project Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and shaping future electricity network investment projects across the distribution network.
Working within the Specification & Design function, you will be responsible for the front-end engineering, feasibility assessment, optioneering and development of EHV infrastructure projects, ensuring schemes are technically sound, fully specified and ready for successful delivery.
The role combines strong technical engineering expertise with project development skills and requires a thorough understanding of substation plant, network infrastructure and engineering standards across voltage levels from 11kV up to 132kV.
Projects will include network reinforcement, substation asset replacement, customer connections and new infrastructure developments at Primary, Bulk Supply Point and Supply Point Substations.
Key responsibilities:
About You
You are a technically strong electrical engineer with significant experience of EHV substations and electricity network infrastructure.
You enjoy solving engineering problems, developing practical solutions and influencing projects in their early stages before construction begins.
You are comfortable evaluating multiple technical options, managing stakeholder input and producing clear, deliverable engineering proposals.
Knowledge & Qualifications
Additional Information
This is a hybrid role, involving a blend of home working, time spent at Client and Omnia Projects offices, with regular site visits across the North East region.
Key office locations include:
• Client: Newcastle, Sunderland, York, Castleford, Hull, Sheffield
• Omnia Projects: Northallerton & Leeds
These are long-term roles. Engagement can be on a PAYE, Limited Company (Inside IR35) or contingent worker basis.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We at EGIS are an Equal Opportunities employer and we recognise the value of a Diverse Organisation. EGIS appreciates all job applications. If you decide to apply for an opportunity at EGIS, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and everyone’s contribution as this builds our culture and means, if you work for EGIS, you will be included, listened to, and respected.