Remote & Flexible: Principal HV Substation Design Engineer

Snc-Lavalin

Leeds

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+
Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Flexible working options
Training and professional development

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Substation Primary Design Engineer based in Leeds. The role involves leading technical design workstreams for HV substations, managing teams, and coordinating projects. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, have extensive experience in substation design, and demonstrate strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. The company offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Experience in managing technical teams.
  • Proven experience in primary plant design of substations.
  • Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards (IEC, IEEE).

Responsibilities

  • Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for substations.
  • Oversee delivery of design and bid submissions.
  • Manage interfaces with engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Team Leadership
Electrical Engineering
Project Coordination
Stakeholder Engagement
Bid Preparation
Compliance Knowledge

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering
Chartered Engineer (or working towards)

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Principal Substation Primary Design Engineer based in Leeds. The role involves leading technical design workstreams for HV substations, managing teams, and coordinating projects. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, have extensive experience in substation design, and demonstrate strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. The company offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for career advancement and competitive benefits.
Get your free, confidential resume review.
or drag and drop your file here.
Similar jobs

Similar jobs worth comparing

Senior HV Substation Design Engineer – Flexible/Remote
Senior HV Substation Design Engineer – Flexible/Remote

Snc-Lavalin • Leeds

On-site
GBP 45,000 - 70,000
Flexible working arrangements
Employee rewards
Training and development opportunities
Senior HV Substation Design Engineer (Remote-Friendly)
Senior HV Substation Design Engineer (Remote-Friendly)

AtkinsRéalis • Leeds

Hybrid
GBP 45,000 - 65,000
Senior HV Substation Design Engineer – Lead FEED & Team
Senior HV Substation Design Engineer – Lead FEED & Team

AtkinsRéalis • Birmingham

Hybrid
GBP 55,000 - 75,000
Principal HV Substation Design Engineer - Remote
Principal HV Substation Design Engineer - Remote

AtkinsRéalis • Glasgow

Hybrid
GBP 60,000 - 80,000
Lead HV Substation Design Engineer – UK Grid Network (Hybrid)
Lead HV Substation Design Engineer – UK Grid Network (Hybrid)

Jacobs • Manchester

On-site
GBP 55,000 - 75,000
Senior HV Substation Design Lead
Senior HV Substation Design Lead

Stantec • England

On-site
GBP 50,000 - 75,000
Lead Principal Design Engineer – UK HV Substations
Lead Principal Design Engineer – UK HV Substations

First Recruitment Group • Glasgow

On-site
GBP 50,000 - 70,000
Principal HV Substation Design Engineer - Hybrid Role
Principal HV Substation Design Engineer - Hybrid Role

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. • United Kingdom

Hybrid
GBP 70,000 - 90,000
Competitive salary
Great pension plan
Free private medical insurance
+3
Lead HV/EHV Substation Design Engineer (11–132kV)
Lead HV/EHV Substation Design Engineer (11–132kV)

WSP • Manchester

Hybrid
GBP 55,000 - 75,000
Hybrid work policy
Comprehensive wellbeing program
Flexible working arrangements
+1
Lead Substation Design Engineer – HV Grid (Flexible Hours)
Lead Substation Design Engineer – HV Grid (Flexible Hours)

Jacobs • Glasgow

On-site
GBP 70,000 - 100,000