Lead HV Substation Design Engineer

Switchgear Magazine

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Switchgear Magazine is seeking an experienced HV Substation Engineer to lead a team delivering primary design for HV substations up to 400kV. You will mentor engineers and CAD technicians, ensuring top-quality deliverables and strong stakeholder engagement.

National Grid and DNO standards knowledge is essential, with CDAE responsibility on applicable projects. You will work with CAD teams using AutoCAD and Revit, collaboratively driving bid submissions and project delivery across the lifecycle

Qualifications

Significant experience delivering primary design and engineering for HV substation projects up to 400kV.
Strong knowledge of UK Transmission and Distribution standards and specifications.
Experience leading engineering teams and reviewing technical deliverables.
Ability to work independently while developing others.
Experience working to National Grid and DNO specifications.
Experience working alongside CAD technicians using AutoCAD, Revit or similar software.
National Grid HV Plant CDAE accreditation.
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or actively working towards chartership.
Experience supporting bids, tenders and work-winning activities.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of primary engineering design for HV substation projects up to 400kV.
Manage and mentor a team of engineers and CAD technicians.
Ensure the quality, accuracy and consistency of project deliverables.
Support and develop junior engineers through coaching and technical guidance.
Provide technical oversight and approval of engineering work.
Take ownership of HV Plant CDAE responsibilities on National Grid projects where applicable.
Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers.
Support bid and tender submissions.