Primary Substation Design Engineer (Energy)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an electrical engineer with expertise in HV and EHV substation design. The role involves producing design documentation, preparing specifications, and ensuring compliance with legislative requirements.

The ideal candidate will hold an HNC in Electrical Engineering, have extensive experience in substation projects, and possess strong skills in project management and risk assessment. The role also emphasizes health and safety throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: HNC Electrical Engineering.
• Exposure to substation cable design, protection and control.
• Experience of small and complex new substation projects.
• Proven experience in HV and EHV substation design from 11kV to 132kV.
• Knowledge of engineering standards for HV plants.

Responsibilities

• Produce design drawings for Grid and Primary substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical plant.
• Review designs to ensure compliance with legislation.
• Attend site meetings during project build.
• Manage health and safety risks with the project team.

Skills

HV and EHV plant specification

Design cost estimation

Substation cable design

Technical documentation interpretation

Project management

Education

HNC Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

At WSP you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives and shape a unique career.

Responsibilities

• Produce a comprehensive suite of design drawings for Grid and Primary substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical plant and provide associated designs for substation upgrades and new projects from 11kV up to 132kV.
• Produce substation design feasibility reports, cost estimates, layouts, GA’s and plant specifications that include transformers, switchgear and battery systems.
• Review designs produced by suppliers and clients to ensure technical compliance and alignment with current legislation and policies.
• Ensure designs are delivered in accordance with the contract and to the satisfaction of the client and specifications.
• Undertake the role of CDM Designer and/or Principal Designer for developed HV and EHV projects.
• Identify, communicate and manage relevant health and safety risks and hazards with the project team.
• Attend site meetings to support any design or requirement changes during project build.
• Ensure project design works are aligned with programme, quality and margin.
• Actively develop external and internal client relationships.
• Have experience of HV and EHV plant specification, 11kV up to 132kV, design, load calculations and rating studies.
• Prepare specifications for HV and EHV substation equipment, including evaluation and identification of plant accessories such as CT’s, battery systems and terminations.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification: HNC Electrical Engineering.
• Exposure to substation cable design, protection and control.
• Experience of small, medium and technically complex new substation, retrofit or network reinforcement projects.
• Proven experience in HV and EHV substation design (both AIS & GIS), from 11kV up to 132kV.
• Knowledge of engineering standards and technical policies for HV and EHV plant, substations (including earthing and electrical clearances).
• Ability to interpret technical documentation relating to the design of electrical substations.
• Design cost estimation experience.
• Excellent understanding of H&S and CDM requirements and ability to undertake the role of Designer and Principal Designer under CDM regulations.
• Ability to travel as per project needs.

EEO Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.