Overhead Line Engineers

Company: Poutrix

Location: Glasgow

Posted: May 6th, 2026

As an Arcadian, you already help us deliver world leading sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. You are part of our global business comprising 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life.Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can continue to solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.Role description:We are seeking high calibre Overhead Line design staff in a range of roles, from Engineer level to Associate Technical Director, to expand our established electrical transmission & distribution and generation businesses. Someone who is capable of performing any detailed design or, consultancy role across the life cycle of an OHL system from concept stage; through design, construction, operational maintenance and end of life works. Familiar with the UK industry, holds knowledge of UK standards and legislation.This role could be based anywhere in the UK.Role accountabilities:Create detailed design deliverables for packages of workCreate technical specifications for designs, contractual documentationUndertake design analysis, review and approve the work of others; to ensure quality of the deliverablesResolve technical problems, provide solutions, advise clients and stakeholdersManage deliverables to timescales and budgetsDevelop personal and company profiles within the client base and wider industryDemonstrate advanced contractual awarenessManage a multidisciplinary teamSupport project delivery teams, from a technical perspectiveDeliver safe and constructible designs through CDM awarenessLead design and deliverable innovations, which deliver value for company and clients alikeQualifications & Experience:Has proven experience of OHL system development, design, retrofitting and modification, from 11kV through 400kVExpert knowledge in the use of CAD packages such as PLS-CADDProven track record in UK HSE legislation, Risk and CDM managementYou must have significant experience within the electricity industry, relating to OHL System designMinimum Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or, closely related disciplineIdeally Hold and maintain chartered engineer status, with a recognised bodyIdeally Hold and maintain corporate membership of an appropriate leading UK engineering institutionContinue your career journey as an Arcadian.We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.You do meaningful work, and no matter where your next role in Arcadis takes you, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark; on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.Together, we can create a lasting legacy.Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & BelongingWe want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We believe that by working together diverse people with different experiences develop the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life and we work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+ and Race. A diverse and skilled workforce is essential to our success.#LI-LL#EnergyDecember #J-18808-Ljbffr
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