Grid & Primary Design Manager

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK seeks an experienced Lead Grid & Primary Design Engineer to lead the design of grid and primary substation projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in primary substation design and a background in electrical engineering. This role offers a competitive package, including bonuses, holidays, and private healthcare.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

25 days holiday

Company vehicle

Private healthcare

Employee rewards portal

Market-leading pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• HNC (or higher) in a relevant discipline.
• Strong expertise in primary substation design (11kV-132kV).
• Proven background in electrical engineering design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of grid and primary substation projects.
• Collaborate with customers on critical projects.
• Oversee procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Skills

Primary substation design expertise

Electrical engineering design

Knowledge of Etap/DigSilent

CDM regulations experience

Strong planning and commissioning

Education

HNC or higher in a relevant discipline

Job description

My client is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where people can thrive. They care about work-life balance, wellbeing, and family, and they want their team to enjoy rewarding careers where everyone feels valued and respected. Their culture is built on teamwork, integrity, and diversity – celebrating successes together and supporting one another.

The Role

My client is seeking an experienced Lead Grid & Primary Design Engineer to work on critical projects from concept and feasibility through to procurement, construction, and commissioning. This role will involve leading the design of grid and primary substation projects (11kV-132kV) on private networks in collaboration with customers.

Qualifications

• HNC (or higher) in a relevant discipline
• Strong expertise in primary substation design (11kV-132kV including plant specification)
• Awareness of power transformer design and procurement
• Proven background in electrical engineering design with strong knowledge of the electricity distribution sector
• Experience with CDM regulations in utility projects
• Track record in planning, design, and commissioning of 132kV substations and private customer connections
• Working knowledge of Etap, DigSilent or similar software
• Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel

Benefits

In return for your skills, leadership, and commitment, My client offers a competitive package and excellent benefits, including:

• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Company vehicle
• Private healthcare
• Employee rewards portal with discounts on top brands
• Market-leading contributory pension scheme
• Employee assistance programme and professional development opportunities

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for sponsorship please.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.