Electrical Design Engineer

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer (TP137 / CDAE Authorised)

Contract Type: Contract (Outside IR35)

Duration: 12 Months

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Remote first, with occasional office visits required in Newcastle.

Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer with TP137 CDAE authorisation to support design and engineering works on a major power infrastructure project. This is a 12-month contract role, working outside IR35, with flexible working arrangements.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of electrical design packages while operating under TP137 / CDAE authorisation, ensuring all engineering outputs comply with project standards and network requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical design and engineering documentation for power and grid infrastructure projects.
• Act under TP137 CDAE authorisation to review and approve design deliverables where required.
• Produce and review design drawings, calculations, and technical specifications.
• Support design assurance and compliance with network operator standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Participate in technical reviews, design checks, and engineering approvals.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet industry standards, safety requirements, and project timelines.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as an Electrical Design Engineer within the power, utilities, or transmission sector.
• TP137 CDAE authorisation is essential.
• Experience with HV / EHV electrical infrastructure, substations, or power transmission projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical design standards and engineering documentation.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating with wider engineering teams.
• Excellent technical and communication skills.

If you are interested, please email your updated CV to H.Sanger@mintselection.com. I will review your application and be in touch to discuss the opportunity further.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English