EHV Substation Design Engineer

Northern Powergrid; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Powergrid is excited to offer a position for a Substation Design Engineer in their Major Projects department. In this role, you will be responsible for the CAD design of substations and ensure that all projects meet industry standards from feasibility to construction phases. Join a leading energy company dedicated to providing sustainable energy solutions while enjoying competitive pay and excellent career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Hybrid working (office or site-based 4 days/week, 1-day WFH)

Excellent opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Knowledge of EHV power systems and safety procedures.
• Proficient in CAD drawing software.
• Full and valid driving licence essential.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical distribution substations from 11kV to 132kV.
• Manage and prioritise work to ensure project timescales are met.
• Produce detailed design drawings for all aspects.

Skills

CAD design

Project management

Site assessments

Education

HNC level qualification or equivalent experience

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

AutoCAD

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic colleague to join our Major Projects department.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Substation Design Engineer to join our Major Projects team.

At Northern Powergrid, our vision is to be the best energy company in serving our 3.9 million homes, whilst delivering a sustainable energy solution.

As a dedicated Substation Design Engineer, you will be an integral part of achieving this, while always striving to keep our customers power flowing.

You will primarily be responsible for the CAD design of substations from feasibility studies to detailed construction designs at voltages ranging from 11kV – 132kV.

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Along with a competitive salary between £53,711 - £73,451 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;

• Hybrid working (office or site-based 4 days/week, 1-day WFH)
• Excellent opportunities for career growth

Key Responsibilities

• The design of electrical distribution substations from 11kV up to 132kV
• Design of substations across full project life cycle, from feasibility studies to detailed construction designs
• Undertake the role of ‘Designer’ under the CDM regulations and production of a designer’s risk assessment for each project
• Visit substations to establish the existing site layout, produce as-built drawings, assess project requirements, and then produce detailed design drawings for all aspects from 11kV switch rooms up to 132kV compound layouts
• Engineering knowledge of substation design and construction.
• Knowledge of Standards associated with EHV substation design up to 132kV
• Knowledge of engineering standards associated with EHV substation plant.
• Ability to manage and prioritise work to ensure project timescales are met
• The necessary background experience and technical knowledge to attain Competent Person status as defined in the Company’s Distribution Safety Rules to facilitate personal access to the Company’s operational sites

Qualifications & Attributes

• At least an HNC level qualification within a relevant subject or equivalent experience
• A full and valid driving licence is essential
• Knowledge of EHV power systems, safety procedures and engineering requirements
• Knowledge of civil engineering aspects of substation construction
• Proficient with CAD drawing software Bentley MicroStation or AutoCAD

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Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.

Closing date for applications: 25 July 2025

Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Utilities, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Electric Power Generation

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