HV Infrastructure Engineering & Design Lead (Hybrid
Listed on 2026-07-30
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Engineering and Design Manager (HV Infrastructure) Rise Technical Sheffield
Engineering & Design Manager (HV Infrastructure)Can be based;
Sheffield, Nottingham, Cambridge and surrounding areas
£85,000 - £90,000 + Hybrid Working + Matched Pension + Life Assurance + Enhanced Family Leave + Buy/Sell Holidays + 24/7 GP Service + Employee Wellbeing Programme
Are you an experienced Engineering Manager or Principal Electrical Engineer with a strong background in HV/MV/LV design and grid infrastructure projects?
Do you want to lead a high-performing engineering team delivering complex substation, cable and overhead line projects across the UK energy sector?
This company is a leading independent engineering and infrastructure business operating within the high voltage grid connection and utilities sector. They specialise in the design and delivery of complex electrical infrastructure projects supporting the UK's energy transition, including renewable generation, industrial connections and grid reinforcement schemes.
In this role, you will take full responsibility for leading the engineering and design function across a portfolio of HV infrastructure projects. You will manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, ensuring all technical outputs meet client requirements, industry standards and regulatory compliance.
You will act as the technical authority for the business, supporting bids, design reviews, stakeholder engagement and project delivery from concept through to energisation.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HV electrical design (typically up to 132kV or above), proven leadership experience and a strong understanding of UK DNO/TSO standards and grid connection processes.
This is a key strategic role within a growing organisation, offering the opportunity to shape engineering standards, influence technical direction and play a major role in future business growth.
The Role:- Leading and managing the engineering and design team across HV infrastructure projects
- Overseeing substation, cable and overhead line design activities
- Reviewing and approving engineering deliverables and technical submissions
- Acting as technical authority for clients, DNOs, TSOs and internal stakeholders
- Supporting tenders, bids and project development activities
- Driving engineering standards, processes and continuous improvement
- Managing resource allocation and team development
- Experience in HV electrical design within utilities, ICPs, EPCs or consultancy environments
- Strong knowledge of substation, protection and grid connection design principles
- Proven leadership or engineering management experience
- Understanding of UK DNO/TSO standards and compliance requirements
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
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