Senior Earthing Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Earthing Design Engineer Location: Bristol (Bristol & Bath Science Park) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits Shift Type: Monday – Friday

The Opportunity

This is a key position within a high-performing design team, offering the opportunity to lead the delivery of earthing and lightning protection solutions across major infrastructure and high-voltage projects. The role will suit an experienced engineer looking to combine technical expertise with leadership responsibility in a forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of earthing and lightning protection systems for HV and substation projects

Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a growing design team

Manage multiple projects from concept through to detailed design and completion

Contribute to substation design, high-voltage systems, and FEED studies

Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practice

Work collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders

Drive innovation and continuous improvement in earthing design methodologies

Conduct design reviews and ensure robust quality assurance across all deliverables

About You

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Master’s advantageous)

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards

Minimum 3+ years’ experience in earthing design

Strong knowledge of earthing principles and lightning protection systems

Experience with XGSLab and/or CDEGS software

Understanding of substation design, HV systems, and FEED studies

Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring or guiding engineers

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly

Highly analytical with strong problem-solving ability

What’s on Offer

Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure and energy projects

Clear progression within a growing and innovative engineering business

Collaborative and supportive working environment

Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package including

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Income Protection

Health Cash Plan

Apply

If you are an experienced Earthing Engineer seeking a technically challenging role with leadership responsibility, we would welcome your application.