HV Networks Design Director

Arup Birmingham, England May 7, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Level Senior

The HV Networks Design Director position centres on if you want an opportunity to work on projects that are helping drive down carbon emissions across the energy system. It would suit someone who can bring proven track record as a technical authority on the electrical design of complex, electricity transmission projects to the role.

Where ownership sits

Ensures compliance with relevant codes, standards and regulatory requirements, chairing key technical governance forums, and leading independent design reviews, optioneering and va. It is expected that the post holder will contribute to the growth of our HV Networks work from a £50m pa turnover to +£100m over the next 4 years.

What the role carries

If you want an opportunity to work on projects that are helping drive down carbon emissions across the energy system. Build a career at a firm that shares your passion for addressing the causes of climate change, we look forward to hearing from you. Drive the growth of the UK HV team, particularly in electrical design capabilities.

What helps the work land well

Proven track record as a technical authority on the electrical design of complex, electricity transmission projects.

What the role depends on

  • Extensive experience in the design and delivery of large‑scale electricity transmission infrastructure projects in the UK (e.g. transmission networks, major grid connections, HVDC).
  • Deep knowledge of National Grid Electricity Transmission design standards and processes and demonstrable experience in delivering a CDAE or LCDAE role, and equivalent processes in.
  • We are therefore looking to recruit across a wide range of skills and experience.

Practical details

  • It provides senior technical oversight of contractors, suppliers and OEMs, supports procurement and contract negotiations, and leads the resolution of complex technical issues.
  • Additional detail: Additional staff or wellbeing benefits may be available.
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