Primary Design Engineer

Deploy Recruitment Group; Chesterfield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid / remote working

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Deploy Recruitment Group seeks a Senior Primary Design Engineer to lead and deliver high-quality primary engineering designs for HV substations and associated infrastructure. You will mentor junior engineers, interface with clients and project teams, and ensure designs meet standards and safety requirements.

The role requires strong UK/international standards knowledge, proven design leadership, and excellent stakeholder management. A Chartered Engineer status is desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in primary design within HV substations (e.g. 33kV-400kV).
• Strong knowledge of UK / international standards and utility requirements.
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and review the work of others.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of primary engineering solutions for HV substations and associated infrastructure.
• Produce and review primary design deliverables including layouts, GA drawings, equipment specifications, and technical reports.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, client specifications, and safety requirements.
• Provide technical guidance, checking, and mentoring to junior engineers.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support project planning, cost estimates, and risk assessment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards.

Skills

HV Substations

Electrical Engineering

Technical leadership

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (desirable)

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer to lead and deliver high-quality primary engineering designs for HV substations and power infrastructure projects. Working for the specialist power engineering arm of a FTSE 250 company, you will play a key role in technical delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and working closely with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

This role is available on a hybrid or remote basis, offering flexibility while remaining closely connected to project teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of primary engineering solutions for HV substations and associated infrastructure
• Produce and review primary design deliverables including layouts, GA drawings, equipment specifications, and technical reports
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, client specifications, and safety requirements
• Provide technical guidance, checking, and mentoring to junior engineers
• Interface with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project planning, cost estimates, and risk assessment
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards

About You

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience in primary design within HV substations (e.g. 33kV-400kV)
• Strong knowledge of UK / international standards and utility requirements
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and review the work of others
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status (desirable)

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid / remote working options
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Exposure to major infrastructure and energy transition projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment, under the leadership of a supportive and inspiring manager

If you're ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we'd love to hear from you.

*salary based on skills and experience required for the role