Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer

Rubicon Consulting; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer on an 11 month contract based in Yorkshire.

Role Summary

The main function of the role is to lead the HV Primary Engineering design delivery for electrical substation projects on the transmission network up to voltages of 400kV with the assistance of the Design Engineers and Designers.

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Preferably the candidate will have previous experience of undertaking TP137 Contractors Design Approval Engineers (CDAE) for National Grid projects or be in a position where they could be put forward for authorisation.

In addition, the Principal Plant Engineer would assist the Design Delivery Managers in the day to day running of the engineers and technicians teams.

The role also includes leading the team in planning and procurement responsibilities as detailed below for delivery of substation projects.

Our team is flexible and the role can be based in various locations across the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the Design team to deliver design to the Customer specification requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant National / International Standards and legislation.
2. Check and approve HV plant design deliverables e.g. single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc.
3. Lead Design work with due regard to Health & Safety Procedures and the Company's obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations. Any perceived risks and mitigation measures should be advised to Engineering Manager for effective action.
4. Ensure all required models and drawings have an adequate level of review and approval including the supplier and subcontractor supply chains. Incorporating the best practice of BIM as established in the Engineering team.
5. Lead the technical direction of the engineering team, taking best practice and industry developments into engineering methodology.

Requirements:

1. Microsoft Office packages
2. Working in a Design Office environment over 10 years of experience
3. Liaising with customers and suppliers
4. Calculations to demonstrate integrity of designs
5. Overall design and specification of electrical power systems and associated power system components
6. Experience as a senior HV Substation Primary Plant Design Engineer
7. Basic understanding of P&C aspects preferable.
8. TP137 / SR188 Contractor Design Assurance Engineer experience is an advantage.
9. Proven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in HV substation equipments e.g. HV plant, transformers etc.
10. BIM 360 experience and knowledge

Desirable Experience:

1. National Grid exposure
2. Autocad
3. TP 137 / SR 188 Principal Designer Representative (Design & Build) experience
4. Chartered Engineer (IET)

Our Company:

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time.