Principal Civil Engineer - Electrical substations

Access Talent Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Civil Engineer to spearhead a new team focusing on electrical substations and infrastructure design. This exciting role involves leading projects across the UK, ensuring the successful delivery of civil and structural elements for new builds and upgrades. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electrical infrastructure while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid working arrangement. If you're an experienced engineer ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health and well-being program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Civil/Structural Engineering required.
• Professional qualifications (IEng or CEng) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of civil engineers in substation and electrical infrastructure design.
• Work with clients on civil and structural elements for new builds and upgrades.

Skills

Substation Design

Reinforced Concrete

Heavy Civils

Civil and Structural Engineering

Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE)

UK Environmental Legislation

National Grid's Transmission Procedures

Education

Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

HND in Civil or Structural Engineering

IEng or CEng Professional Qualification

Job description

Principal Civil Engineer - Electrical Substations

Reference: Cg184

Sector: Civil & Structural Engineering, MEP and Fire Engineering

Working Hours: 8:00 - 18:00 (Mon/Thurs), 8:00 - 16:00 (Fri)

Access Talent Group are currently recruiting for a UK medium-sized design consultancy looking for a Principal or Lead Civil Engineer specializing in substation and electrical infrastructure design.

This role is for a Lead or Principal Civil Engineer to join a new and developing team within electrical infrastructure and substation design. You will work with clients across the UK on civil and structural elements for new builds and upgrades to substation and transformer infrastructure design. A successful Principal will have the experience and autonomy to hit the ground running. The development plan for this Principal will be to lead a team of civil engineers within this sector and bring their design in-house.

Key Responsibilities and Attributes:

• Degree level qualification or HND in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Preferably IEng or CEng professional qualification achieved
• Experience with substation design
• Experience with reinforced concrete, heavy civils, and development civil infrastructure
• Civil and structural experience
• Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) experience, as defined by National Grid's TP137 procedure
• Good understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation and requirements
• Good knowledge of National Grid's Transmission Procedures, including TP106, TP135, TP137, TP141, TP153, TP184, TP188, TP219, TP221, TP235, TP241

Other Requirements:

• Ideally based within commutable distance to Manchester, but candidates from further afield will be considered
• Hybrid home-office working arrangement with flexible working options
• Salaried or contract (Outside IR35)

Benefits for Permanent Staff:

• Health and well-being program
• Pension scheme

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Principal to be part of a new developing team with you as the centerpiece. If you are interested in the role, please contact Cameron Green at 02380981322 or email [e-mail].