HV Engineer

Metlen; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals in Newcastle is seeking an HV Engineer to join the Grid & Digital Solutions team within the Thermal Power & HVDC division. You will lead end-to-end HV plant and MV design packages from concept through to construction.

You will provide technical governance by reviewing designs, mentor engineers, and coordinate with Protection & Control, Civil, Cable and Project Delivery teams to ensure quality and constructability.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in HV/MV engineering.
• Strong UK experience in primary substation design (132kV–400kV) and MV systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of HV plant and MV design packages from concept through construction.
• Provide technical governance by reviewing, approving, and signing off designs for accuracy and constructability.
• Act as discipline lead for Primary Plant and MV engineering; mentor engineers and coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Manage interfaces between HV primary, HV secondary (P&C), and MV systems for design consistency.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders as subject matter expert in primary plant design.
• Support procurement: prepare technical specs, evaluate bids, review vendor drawings.

Job description

At METLEN Energy & Metals, we are catalysts for a sustainable future, positioned at the forefront of the energy transition while being a reference point for competitive green metallurgy at both the European and global levels. We are a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million and an EBITDA of €1,080 million, along with a workforce of over 7,627 dedicated individuals, we drive success through cutting-edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state-of-the-art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. Our positive footprint extends across five continents, creating a lasting impact. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

We are currently seeking an HV Engineer, based in Newcastle, to join the Grid & Digital Solutions department within the Thermal Power & HVDC division of Metlen. Your role will encompass:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of primary HV plant and MV design packages, from concept through to construction, including single-line diagrams, layouts, and equipment specification
• Provide technical governance by reviewing, approving, and signing off internal and third-party designs for accuracy, compliance, and constructability
• Act as the discipline lead for Primary Plant and MV engineering, mentoring engineers and coordinating with Protection & Control, Civil, Cable, and Project Delivery teams
• Manage interfaces between HV primary, HV secondary (P&C), and MV systems, ensuring design consistency and integration
• Interface with clients and stakeholders, representing the contractor as the subject matter expert in primary plant design
• Support procurement activities, including preparation of technical specifications, evaluation of supplier bids, and review of vendor documentation and drawings
• Coordinate with consortium partners, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely and compliant design delivery
• Travel to project sites, supplier facilities, and client or partner offices as required

What you bring to the role:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in HV/MV engineering within transmission/substation environments
• Strong UK experience in primary substation design (132kV–400kV, AIS/GIS) and MV systems (11kV–33kV), including knowledge of National Grid and Scottish Power standards
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary design coordination, manage multiple workstreams, and mentor engineers
• Strong technical expertise in primary plant design, with high attention to detail and ability to deliver under time constraints
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging clients and project partners

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