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Design Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group
Posted a day ago, valid for a month
Location

Wakefield, West Yorkshire WF2 8TY

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an experienced Design Manager to lead a multi-skilled team in delivering detailed electrical designs.
  • The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical design, particularly in 11kV to 132kV (E)HV networks and substations.
  • Candidates must hold at least an HNC in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, although the specific figure is not mentioned in the job listing.
  • This role provides an opportunity for career growth, a hybrid working model, and the chance to make a significant impact on design processes.

Design Manager

Join the Team!

Are you an experienced electrical design professional looking for your next leadership opportunity? We are seeking a Design Manager to lead and develop a multi-skilled team, ensuring the successful delivery of detailed designs across all workstream areas.

What You’ll Do:

  • Manage and mentor a growing team of design engineers and technicians
  • Enhance and implement robust design procedures to reduce risk and liability
  • Strengthen design capabilities through training, competence, and resource management
  • Develop and maintain design standards, specifications, and guidance documents
  • Oversee external design frameworks and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
  • Support operational teams with expert design solutions

What We’re Looking For:

  • Qualifications: Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • Experience: Strong knowledge of 11kV to 132kV (E)HV networks & substations, including switchgear, transformers, underground circuits, earthing, and protection
  • Industry Knowledge: Understanding of electricity distribution and private network interactions
  • Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and team management abilities

Why Join Us?

  • Career Growth: A great opportunity to step-up into a management role
  • Work-Life Balance: Hybrid working model
  • Impactful Role: Shape the future of our design processes and standards

Apply Today! If you're ready to lead a talented team and drive excellence in electrical design, we want to hear from you!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.