Principal Substation Primary Design Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Substation Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering major projects across the transmission, distribution, industrial and renewable energy sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex HV and EHV projects, supporting critical infrastructure and helping shape the future of the UK energy landscape. You will join a highly regarded team delivering innovative engineering solutions and working closely with clients on some of the industry's most significant projects.

• As a Principal Substation Engineer, you will lead and support the delivery of engineering and construction projects, taking ownership of project activities while engaging with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
• Managing client relationships from initial engagement through to project delivery
• Delivering new build, retrofit and network reinforcement projects
• Producing electrical engineering design deliverables
• Developing safe, practical and cost-effective substation solutions
• Interpreting Grid specifications, DNO standards and British/IEC regulations
• Identifying and mitigating health and safety risks
• Applying CDM regulations on HV and EHV projects
• Coordinating with civils, protection & control, earthing and studies teams
• Preparing HV and EHV plant specifications and reviewing supplier documentation
• Supporting bid submissions and proposal development
• Delivering work to agreed quality, budget and programme requirements

• The successful candidate is likely to have:
• Degree qualification (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• Experience working within regulated transmission and distribution environments
• Strong knowledge of HV Substation Primary Plant design
• Proven experience delivering AIS and GIS substation projects from 11kV up to 400kV
• Experience with feasibility studies, reports, cost estimates and engineering documentation
• Understanding of transmission technologies and network operation
• Experience with LV and substation power distribution systems
• Experience working on Grid and/or DNO projects
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities within a collaborative environment
• Desirable experience:
• CDAE/LCDAE authorisation
• Amtech experience for LVAC fuse/MCCB selectivity studies
• HVDC primary plant knowledge

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects
• Strong career development and progression opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to a broad range of technically challenging projects
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, , , , , , , marital status, veteran status, or status