Piper Maddox are partnered with a leading transmission lines IPP developing and owning some of the largest transmission projects in the U.S. With a growing portfolio of large-scale, 300–400+ mile high-voltage transmission projects, including HVDC, they are entering an exciting phase of growth and are looking to bring on a Senior Manager / Director of Engineering to help lead the engineering strategy and execution of these projects. The projects are highly complex and relatively rare in the U.S., giving this hire the opportunity to work on some of the most significant transmission infrastructure being developed today. Joining at an early stage of the business's growth, this person will wear multiple hats, work closely with leading external engineering consultants and technology providers, and have significant influence over how projects are engineered and ultimately delivered. Key Responsibilities include: Lead engineering and design activities for major transmission line projects, supporting projects from development through construction and delivery.Take ownership of projects from approximately 10% design, with the potential to join projects already progressing through 30–60% design.Lead the planning of engineering activities, including technical scope, budgets, schedules, and overall design strategy.Manage and oversee external engineering consultants across 1–3 major transmission projects, ensuring design work is timely, cost-effective, technically robust, and aligned with project requirements.Review detailed design packages, engineering studies, and technical deliverables to ensure compliance with permitting, land, customer, financing, and construction requirements.Coordinate closely with internal development, construction, commercial, permitting, land, and other project stakeholders to identify and mitigate engineering risks.Oversee key transmission engineering scopes including structure engineering and testing, geotechnical investigations, utility crossings, encroachments, and other route-related design considerations.Support technical due diligence, fatal flaw analysis, early-stage development opportunities, and potential acquisitions.Participate in field visits and stakeholder discussions to evaluate route suitability, constructability, and technical considerations.Develop and manage engineering RFPs, consultant contracts, MSAs, and service orders while maintaining strong relationships with external engineering partners.Stay at the forefront of developments in high-voltage transmission and HVDC technology, bringing new capabilities, lessons learned, and best practices into the organization. With the backing and growth trajectory to develop some of the largest and most complex transmission infrastructure projects in the country, this is a chance to join a lean, entrepreneurial platform where an engineering leader can have significant influence over both project execution and the direction of the business. The opportunity offers the chance to work alongside some of the industry's leading engineering consultants and technology providers while helping shape projects from early development through construction and delivery.

Electrical Design Engineer – Power Systems About the RoleAn established organisation operating within the energy and infrastructure sector is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to support the development and delivery of complex power system projects. The role will involve electrical engineering and design activities across high-voltage infrastructure, grid-connected energy projects, and associated electrical systems. The successful candidate will bring practical design experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to work effectively as part of multidisciplinary project teams. Key Responsibilities Develop electrical designs for high-voltage power infrastructure and associated grid-connected projects.Undertake both primary and secondary electrical engineering, from early-stage concepts through to detailed design.Prepare electrical drawings, schematics, calculations, specifications, and other technical documentation.Carry out or support power system studies, including load-flow, fault-level, protection, and network performance assessments.Develop and review protection, control, automation, monitoring, and communications solutions.Apply relevant industry standards and technical requirements to engineering designs.Support the integration of renewable generation, energy storage, and other emerging technologies into electrical networks.Work closely with engineering, construction, commissioning, and project delivery teams to resolve technical issues and ensure design requirements are met.Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, site activities, and project assessments where required.Review technical documentation and designs produced by internal and external engineering partners.Contribute to continuous improvement of engineering processes, design practices, and technical standards.Maintain awareness of developments in power systems, grid technology, and industry regulations. Essential Experience & Qualifications Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.Professional experience in high-voltage electrical engineering and design.Experience working on power infrastructure, substations, grid connections, renewable energy, or similar electrical projects.Good understanding of high-voltage primary equipment, including switchgear, transformers, busbars, instrument transformers, and associated systems.Experience with secondary systems, including protection, control, automation, and monitoring.Practical experience using power system analysis and simulation software.Familiarity with electrical design and drafting software.Understanding of relevant international electrical standards and grid requirements.Ability to interpret and produce technical drawings, calculations, specifications, and engineering documentation.Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.Good written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable Experience Experience in renewable energy or energy storage projects.Experience with grid connection and network compliance requirements.Knowledge of modern protection and control systems.Familiarity with digital substation technologies and electrical communications protocols.Experience with power system modelling and electromagnetic transient analysis.Previous experience supporting projects through design, construction, testing, and commissioning.Professional engineering registration or equivalent qualification.Additional European language skills would be advantageous. The OpportunityThis is an opportunity to join a technically focused engineering environment working on a range of complex energy and power infrastructure projects. The position would suit an engineer who enjoys solving challenging electrical engineering problems, working across different stages of project delivery, and contributing to the development of reliable and modern power systems. If interested, please reach out to l.brittonjeal@pipermaddox.com

Your RoleAs UK Expansion Lead, you will be responsible for driving the growth of a leading European electric vehicle charging business and supporting its mission to accelerate the transition to electric mobility.In this role, you will lead the expansion of the company’s network across the UK and Ireland, with a focus on securing prime locations and developing a high-quality portfolio of fast-charging sites as part of a broader European growth strategy.In concrete terms, this means you will: Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team of three Expansion Managers, creating a culture of ownership, collaboration and strong execution.Develop and execute the UK expansion strategy, strengthening the organisation’s position as a leading EV charging provider. Working with your team, you will identify and secure new locations, taking opportunities from initial scouting through to signed leases, freehold acquisitions or other suitable agreements.Build and manage strategic partnerships with commercial landowners, local authorities, government stakeholders and other relevant partners to create a strong pipeline of new locations.Set ambitious growth targets and deliver the UK expansion plan, while remaining hands-on in identifying and developing opportunities. Securing new locations will be the primary objective for you and your team.Lead key real estate transactions and negotiations, representing the organisation’s strategic objectives and values when engaging with landowners, public-sector bodies and other stakeholders.Improve and streamline expansion processes, ensuring the team operates as efficiently and effectively as possible as the business scales.Own and assess business cases, working closely with finance, technical and other subject-matter experts to understand financial, commercial and techno-economic considerations. You will be comfortable playing your role in complex negotiations and ensuring that commercial decisions are well supported.Monitor market and policy developments, identifying emerging opportunities and understanding how changes in regulation, infrastructure policy and the wider energy market could affect the organisation’s expansion plans. The role will be based in London, where you will provide leadership to the UK expansion team while working closely with colleagues across Europe.You will be part of the Network Development leadership team, a diverse and collaborative group of professionals operating across multiple European markets. You will report directly to the Network Development Director and will work with colleagues both in person and remotely as the organisation continues to grow.The organisation values people who think critically, take ownership and challenge the status quo. You will be encouraged to generate and champion new ideas, develop business opportunities and build internal support for initiatives that can accelerate growth.You will collaborate closely with teams across functions including design, development, engineering, commercial, finance and operations, giving you the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a rapidly evolving, future-focused industry.Who Are We Looking For?To succeed in this role, you will be a convincing communicator, accomplished networker and confident people leader. You will bring significant experience in negotiation and stakeholder management, with the ability to operate effectively with both governmental organisations and private-sector landowners.Additionally, you will ideally have: 8+ years of relevant professional experience in expansion, commercial, real estate or a closely related environment, ideally gained within an international organisation.Previous people-management experience, with a track record of adapting your leadership style to develop and motivate a team.An established network of government and private-sector stakeholders across areas such as energy, infrastructure, transport, property or e-mobility, together with the ambition and ability to expand that network further.Excellent communication and influencing skills, combined with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset.Strong commercial and analytical judgement, with the ability to process complex information, assess what matters most and clearly prioritise opportunities and actions.A willingness to travel regularly across the UK and Europe.A strong personal motivation to accelerate the transition to sustainable transport and energy. Nice to Have Chartered Surveyor qualification or equivalent professional accreditation.Previous experience working in a high-growth business, renewable energy, EV charging, infrastructure, mobility or another adjacent sector.