Project overview
Engineering-led delivery, clearly documented
Veridis provided the technical leadership for the design and delivery of a high-capacity EV charging infrastructure project at Schneider Electric's manufacturing facility in Leeds. The project involved the integration of a large-scale EV charging installation into the site's existing private electrical distribution network, centred around a new 2,000kVA Schneider Electric substation.
Sector
Manufacturing & Industrial
Client
Schneider Electric
End User
Location
Leeds Manufacturing Facility
Services
Electrical Engineering • EV Charging • Private Network Integration • Project Delivery
Project snapshot
Key project details
2,000kVA
HV/LV substation
18
dual 22kW AC chargers
36
charging outlets
Leeds
manufacturing facility
The Brief
What the project needed to achieve
Schneider Electric required a high-capacity charging solution capable of supporting a growing electric vehicle fleet without compromising the performance or reliability of the site’s existing electrical infrastructure.
Key project objectives included:
- Deliver large-scale commercial EV charging infrastructure.
- Integrate the installation into the site’s private HV/LV electrical network.
- Provide sufficient capacity for future fleet growth.
- Ensure full compliance with industry regulations and Schneider Electric engineering standards.
- Minimise operational disruption throughout design and delivery.
Engineering Challenge
The constraints behind the solution
Integrating high-power EV charging into an operational manufacturing facility required careful consideration of both electrical capacity and operational resilience.
The charging infrastructure needed to be connected to the site’s private electrical distribution network while maintaining system stability, ensuring selective protection coordination and preserving the reliability of critical manufacturing operations.
The project also required close coordination between multiple stakeholders to ensure the new infrastructure aligned with existing site standards and future expansion plans.
Our Solution
Specialist engineering from design to delivery
Veridis provided technical leadership throughout the project, overseeing the design, coordination and delivery of the complete electrical infrastructure solution.
High-Capacity Electrical Infrastructure
The project was centred around a new 2,000kVA Schneider Electric HV/LV substation, providing the electrical capacity required to support a large-scale commercial EV charging installation while maintaining resilience across the wider site.
Private Network Integration
The charging infrastructure was successfully integrated into Schneider Electric’s private electrical distribution network, requiring detailed engineering design, protection coordination and careful interface management to ensure seamless operation alongside existing site electrical systems.
Commercial EV Charging Infrastructure
The completed installation provides power for:
– 18 dual 22kW AC charging units
– 36 charging outlets
Scalable infrastructure designed to accommodate future fleet expansion
The charging system enables efficient overnight and workplace charging while providing the flexibility required for long-term electrification programmes.
Technical Governance & Project Coordination
Veridis led the technical design process and coordinated all key stakeholders throughout delivery, including:
– Electrical infrastructure design
– Contractor coordination
– Technical assurance
– Design reviews
– Commissioning support
– Final system handover
Every aspect of the project was delivered in accordance with BS 7671, applicable DNO interface requirements and Schneider Electric’s internal engineering standards.
Project Highlights
What stood out
Private electrical network integration
18 dual 22kW AC EV chargers
36 charging outlets
Future-ready electrical infrastructure
Full technical design leadership
Services Delivered
Veridis scope
High-Capacity Infrastructure Design
EV Charging Infrastructure Design
HV/LV Network Integration
Private Electrical Network Design
Protection Coordination
Technical Assurance
Contractor Management
Testing & Commissioning Support
Project Delivery
Results
Delivered outcomes
Enabling Fleet Electrification
The completed infrastructure provides Schneider Electric with a scalable charging solution capable of supporting the continued transition to electric vehicles across its operational fleet.
Robust Electrical Infrastructure
The new 2,000kVA substation and associated distribution network provide the capacity and resilience required for long-term operation while protecting the integrity of the site’s existing electrical systems.
Future-Proofed Capacity
The installation has been engineered to accommodate future growth, allowing additional charging demand to be supported as fleet electrification accelerates.
Engineering Excellence
Through detailed electrical design, technical governance and coordinated project delivery, Veridis ensured the successful integration of high-capacity EV charging into a live industrial environment while maintaining operational continuity.
Project Outcome
Long-term value
This project demonstrates Veridis’ expertise in delivering complex electrical infrastructure for commercial and industrial environments.
By combining specialist knowledge of EV charging, private electrical networks and high-capacity power distribution, Veridis delivered a resilient, scalable solution that supports Schneider Electric’s long-term decarbonisation strategy while maintaining the highest standards of engineering quality and operational reliability.
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