HV Design Engineer - 11kV to 132kV Substations

Elite Hire; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Hire is recruiting a highly skilled HV Design Engineer in the United Kingdom. You will design HV systems from 11kV to 132kV, specify equipment, and ensure compliance with UK regulations and network standards.

You will carry out load flow and fault level studies, engage with DNOs and National Grid on connection requirements, and support on-site installation, testing and energisation. A degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years' HV experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Power Engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years in HV design, delivery or commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of protection, switchgear and network design.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Design HV systems from 11kV to 132kV, including single line diagrams and cable schedules
• Specify switchgear, transformers, cables and protection equipment
• Carry out or review load flow, fault level and earthing studies
• Work with DNOs and National Grid on connection requirements
• Support installation, testing and energisation on site
• Make sure designs meet UK regulations and network standards

Skills

Protection knowledge

Network design

Load flow analysis

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

ETAP

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

IPS A

Job description

Elite Hire is recruiting a highly skilled HV Design Engineer in the United Kingdom. You will design HV systems from 11kV to 132kV, specify equipment, and ensure compliance with UK regulations and network standards.

You will carry out load flow and fault level studies, engage with DNOs and National Grid on connection requirements, and support on-site installation, testing and energisation. A degree in Electrical Engineering and 3+ years' HV experience are required.