Primary Design Engineer

ARM; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is looking for an experienced Primary Design Engineer specializing in HV and EHV substations. You will be responsible for producing design drawings and specifications, managing compliance, and overseeing health and safety risks. This role requires a minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical engineering and the flexibility to travel to project sites. Join us to contribute to major energy infrastructure upgrades.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in HV/EHV substations (AIS & GIS).
• Flexibility to travel to project sites.
• Strong understanding of electrical clearances and engineering standards.

Responsibilities

• Produce design drawings and feasibility studies for substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for transformers and associated plant.
• Review supplier and client designs for compliance.
• Manage H&S risks as CDM Designer.
• Support site activities and design alterations.

Skills

HV/EHV substation design expertise

Cable design

Protection & control knowledge

Load/rating calculations

Knowledge of CDM regulations

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Primary Design Engineer - HV & EHV Substations

Contract: 12 months
Location: United Kingdom - Travel to project sites required
Contract Type: Inside IR35

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Primary Design Engineer to join their Energy division. This role is ideal for an experienced electrical engineer with expertise in HV and EHV substation design, from 11 kV to 132 kV, on technically complex projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce design drawings, feasibility studies, layouts, and GA's for substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for transformers, switchgear, batteries, CTs, and associated plant.
• Review supplier and client designs for compliance with standards and regulations.
• Act as CDM Designer/Principal Designer, managing H&S risks.
• Support site activities and design changes.
• Ensure designs meet programme, quality, and commercial objectives.

Requirements

• HNC in Electrical Engineering (minimum) with 5+ years' experience in HV/EHV substations (AIS & GIS).
• Experience in cable design, protection & control, load/rating calculations, and cost estimation.
• Knowledge of engineering standards, earthing, and electrical clearances.
• Strong understanding of CDM regulations and H&S requirements.
• Flexibility to travel to project sites.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead technically challenging substation projects while contributing to major energy infrastructure upgrades.