Project Engineer - 400kV Power Transformers

The Green Recruitment Company; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier of high voltage power transformers seeks a Project Engineer to support significant substation contracts. The role involves leading technical communications, coordinating projects, and ensuring customer deliverables are met. Ideal candidates will possess strong electrical or mechanical engineering backgrounds and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical or mechanical design for oil-immersed transformers.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects.
• Familiarity with high voltage transformer principles and manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical communications and discussions with customers.
• Coordinate with the factory to prepare technical documentation.
• Ensure results and deliverables are delivered to customers on time.

Skills

Electrical Design

Mechanical Design

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Technical Communication

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Social network you want to login/join with:

col-narrow-left

Client:

The Green Recruitment Company

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

col-narrow-right

Job Reference:

8ede8ce757c9

Job Views:

5

Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

col-wide

Job Description:

I am seeking a Project Engineer (HV Power Transformers), based in Greater London.

Our client are a leading global supplier of high voltage power transformers who have project experience in over 70 countries. Due to securing significant substation contracts with a market leading utilities company, they are looking for a Project Engineer to join their team.

Responsibilities:

Lead technical communications and discussions with customers across the entire business value chain, using your technical skills for tendering, sales, project execution, and after-sales services.

Provide technical support to sales and project management departments during tender and quotation processes in order to secure orders.

Coordinate with the factory to order design drawings and prepare technical documentation according to customer specifications.

Clarify technical questions from customers and directing them to the factory and project managers.

Review technical documentation, such as Design Review documents, mechanical drawings, schematic drawings, and test reports.

Consult with the factory to ensure that technical documentation aligns with customer requirements and recommend any necessary revisions.

Ensure that results and deliverables are delivered to customers on time.

Participate in the investigation of technical issues on-site and contribute to the establishment of procedures and corrective actions.

Your Profile

Bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience.

Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical or mechanical / schematic design for oil-immersed transformers.

Additional experience with other products such as Shunt Reactors and Special Transformers is desirable.

Strong knowledge of electrical and mechanical aspects of design.

Familiarity with high voltage transformer principles and manufacturing knowledge, as well as relevant technical and manufacturing standards, design and manufacturing processes, equipment and facility status, and installation procedures.

Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical and process problems.

Ability to work independently to complete assignments in a timely manner.

Proficient with Microsoft Office and associated tools.

Willingness to travel as needed.

Strong team player with the ability to work in a worldwide, multicultural technical team.

Fluent in English, both spoken and written.