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About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to deliver cutting-edge designs for energy storage, solar, and grid connection projects. This role involves driving the design of transformative renewable projects and shaping the future of sustainable energy, with opportunities to work on large-scale BESS projects in the UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

Work on large projects and frameworks with renewable energy generation developers, mostly in UK and Ireland but also with some global projects.
Undertake Front End Engineering Design (FEED), design for planning, feasibility studies etc. of energy storage systems including associated grid connections, control and metering.
Provide support and gain exposure to bidding, project and quality management.
Design the BESS balance of plant (BOP) systems.
Develop grid connection solutions (11kV–400kV) for energy storage and renewables.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and clients to deliver innovative solutions.
Support the team with bidding, project and quality management.

Requirements

A Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Suitable experience working in a FEED designer, detailed design or owner’s engineer role.
A good understanding of both renewable generation and energy storage technology in general and, in particular, battery storage technology of all types and chemistries.
Experience designing the HV grid connection, metering, control requirements etc. associated with battery storage installations, including BESS collocated with renewable energy generation.
Previous experience with consultancy, contractor, equipment manufacturer or electrical utility in the energy sector.
Knowledge of grid connection requirements for renewable generation and energy storage, including G99, G100 and grid code requirements for transmission connected assets.
A good understanding of electrical plant items and control systems such as transformers, cables, circuit breakers, HV Protection & Control.
Experience with software tools (AutoCAD, EnergyPro, CYMCAP, Cableizer, Autodesk Construction Cloud, ETAP, DigSILENT).
Knowledge of emerging technologies (Hybrid systems-grid forming inverters, LDES and alternative battery technology).
A good team player with a client-focused mindset and customer facing skills.
Project management experience (incl. budget, time and quality).
Professional registration is desirable (e.g., Chartered Engineer or working toward it).
Experience of multi-discipline engineering projects.
Experience of design & site construction review.

Skills

Electrical Engineering
FEED
Detailed Design
Owner's Engineer
Renewable Generation Technology
Energy Storage Technology
Battery Storage Technology
HV Grid Connection Design
Metering
Control Requirements
BESS
Consultancy
Contractor
Equipment Manufacturer
Electrical Utility
G99
G100
Grid Code Requirements
Electrical Plant Items
Control Systems
Transformers
Cables
Circuit Breakers
HV Protection & Control
AutoCAD
EnergyPro
CYMCAP
Cableizer
Autodesk Construction Cloud
ETAP
DigSILENT
Hybrid Systems
Grid Forming Inverters
LDES
Alternative Battery Technology
Client-Focused Mindset
Customer Facing Skills
Project Management
Budget Management
Time Management
Quality Management
Multi-discipline Engineering
Design Review
Site Construction Review

Location

UK - London - Aldgate Tower

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Benefits

Career development opportunities
Flexible hybrid working model
Technical practice networks
AECOM University
Volunteering days
Compensation, benefits and well-being programs

About the Company

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.
On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.
Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.
AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
We provide a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families.
We are a global, publicly traded firm with access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

Equal Opportunity

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and believe it enriches our team. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.