Electrical Design Engineer

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 click apply and send a copy of your updated CV ASAP and I will be in touch to discuss further.