Lead, HV Substations — Associate Director (Hybrid)

AECOM; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm in Glasgow is seeking a professional to lead HV design projects for substations. The successful candidate will engage clients, manage technical discussions, and ensure project delivery while mentoring junior staff. This role requires a deep understanding of HV infrastructure and relevant standards. Ambitious and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Access to industry-leading technology

Qualifications

• Previous experience with consultancy, contractor, or utility in the energy sector.
• Experience designing HV infrastructure at concept and FEED.
• Working knowledge of National Grid standards and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation technical discussions with the client and teams.
• Utilise knowledge of substation project life-cycle to deliver client projects.
• Drive the safety in design ethos within projects.

Skills

Experience with consultancy

Designing HV infrastructure

Understanding of electrical AC HV Plant

Proposal/Bid development experience

Control systems knowledge

Education

Ideally CDAE / LCDAE approval

Job description

A global infrastructure consulting firm in Glasgow is seeking a professional to lead HV design projects for substations. The successful candidate will engage clients, manage technical discussions, and ensure project delivery while mentoring junior staff. This role requires a deep understanding of HV infrastructure and relevant standards. Ambitious and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply.