Power Engineering Leader – Substations & HV Design

HDR

Glasgow

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Associate Director - Power Engineering in Glasgow to provide strategic leadership on complex engineering projects. This role involves mentoring teams, managing multi-million-pound projects, and driving innovative solutions in power infrastructure. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess over 9 years of relevant experience, demonstrating leadership and strong commercial acumen. The position offers full-time employment with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 9 years' experience in electrical engineering design.
  • Experience with high-voltage switchyard and substation projects.
  • Proven record in leading large, multidisciplinary design teams.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for engineering projects.
  • Define and deliver business plans for the discipline.
  • Act as a senior technical authority for high-voltage electrical design.

Skills

Leadership
Client relationship management
Commercial acumen
Risk assessment
Negotiation
Technical expertise in electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Power System Studies software (e.g. DigSILENT, IPSA, ETAP)

Job description

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Associate Director - Power Engineering in Glasgow to provide strategic leadership on complex engineering projects. This role involves mentoring teams, managing multi-million-pound projects, and driving innovative solutions in power infrastructure. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and possess over 9 years of relevant experience, demonstrating leadership and strong commercial acumen. The position offers full-time employment with opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.
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