Senior Earthing and Lightning Protection Consultant

What You'll Do

•    Design & Simulation: Lead the design of earthing systems and perform lightning protection risk assessments (BSEN 62305).
•    Site Visits: Conduct testing and inspection of protection systems at substations, power stations, and renewable energy sites.
•    Client Engagement: Manage key client relationships, resolve queries, and communicate technical outputs clearly.
•    Report Writing: Deliver detailed technical reports and review junior team members’ outputs.
•    Team Leadership: Mentor and support junior engineers and graduates to foster team growth and knowledge sharing.

What We're Looking For

Qualifications
•    Essential: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
•    Desirable: Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Experience
•    Minimum 5 years’ hands-on experience in earthing & lightning protection design, assessments, and field testing.

Skills & Attributes
•    Proficiency in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and MS Office.
•    Strong understanding of UK standards for electrical infrastructure.
•    Willingness to travel extensively and work onsite (2–4 nights away/week).
•    Demonstrated ability to support and develop junior team members.
•    Collaborative, inquisitive, respectful, and highly accurate in technical work.

What We Offer

Comprehensive Benefits Package
•    Generous Leave: 25 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase more.
•    Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options available) and life assurance.
•    Pension: Matched 6% pension contributions.
•    Family Support: Paid parental leave and additional unpaid leave for military reservists.
•    Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme and employee perks like retail discounts.

Additional Perks
•    A dynamic role in a respected global consultancy.
•    Access to continuous professional development and external training.
•    Opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects.
•    Collaborative and supportive working culture.
•    Flexible working with travel and hands-on engineering exposure.
•    STEM Advocacy: Paid leave for STEM Ambassadors to inspire the next generation of engineers.
•    Recognition and Referrals: A generous recruitment referral bonus.
•        Global Collaboration: Work with world-class professionals across diverse market sectors.

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