Lead HV Substation Design Engineer (33–400kV)

Kirby Group Engineering; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Excellent package

Negotiable terms

Job summary

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a highly skilled HV Main Plant Design Engineer to join our engineering team in the UK. You will be responsible for the design and development of high-voltage substation primary plant systems, enabling reliable power transmission and distribution across projects.

The role requires at least 5 years of HV substation design experience, proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Primtech), and familiarity with AIS/GIS technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years’ experience in HV substation primary plant design.
• Solid understanding of AIS and GIS technologies in HV substations.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Primtech) and related design tools.
• Familiarity with UK National Grid, IEC standards, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety, grounding, clearances, and insulation coordination.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the primary plant design for HV substations (typically 33kV to 400kV).
• Create design drawings, layouts, and technical specifications for busbars, breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, and foundations.
• Produce detailed layouts including general arrangements, equipment elevations, and cable/conduit routing.
• Coordinate with civil, protection, control, and secondary systems teams for an integrated design approach.
• Perform early-stage technical assessments and feasibility studies.
• Prepare technical specifications and evaluate vendor documentation for procurement.
• Participate in design reviews and HAZID/HAZOP; ensure designs comply with client specs, standards, and safety rules.
• Provide technical support during construction, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Interface with clients, project managers, and stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment.

Skills

Electrical safety

Coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Chartered Engineer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Primtech

Job description

Kirby Group Engineering is seeking a highly skilled HV Main Plant Design Engineer to join our engineering team in the UK. You will be responsible for the design and development of high-voltage substation primary plant systems, enabling reliable power transmission and distribution across projects.

The role requires at least 5 years of HV substation design experience, proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD, Primtech), and familiarity with AIS/GIS technologies.