Senior Design Engineer

The Resolute Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering consultancy in London seeks a Senior Primary Design Engineer to lead design for substations up to 400kV. The role requires a degree in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in HV/EHV design. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of engineering standards and ideally hold Chartered Engineer status. This position offers hybrid working arrangements and opportunities to work on impactful infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in HV/EHV substation design.
• Membership of a professional institution preferred.
• Chartered Engineer status is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead primary engineering design for substations up to 400kV.
• Produce comprehensive design drawings for Grid and Primary substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical plant and associated designs.
• Coordinate with Civils and Protection engineers.

Skills

Proven experience in HV/EHV substation design

Strong knowledge of engineering standards

Knowledge of earthing and electrical clearances

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Minimum HNC with 5+ years relevant experience

Job description

Senior Primary Design Engineer

Working for a market‑leading electrical engineering and infrastructure consultancy delivering high‑voltage substation and transmission projects across the UK.

Join a fast‑growing, niche specialist in transmission and distribution engineering, currently experiencing a major growth period. Work on technically complex projects for major clients such as National Grid, SSE, UKPN, and SP Energy Networks, contributing to frameworks that shape the next generation of UK power infrastructure.

Location: Hybrid / Flexible Working.

Role Description

The Resolute Group is working in partnership with a specialist in electrical engineering and substation design. This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer looking to lead primary engineering design for substations up to 400kV. You will be responsible for producing detailed designs, specifications, and feasibility reports, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.

Design

• Produce comprehensive design drawings for Grid and Primary substations.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical plant and associated designs for upgrades and new substations (11kV-132kV).
• Develop feasibility reports, cost estimates, layouts, and GA drawings.
• Ensure all designs meet contractual and client requirements.

Project Management

• Coordinate with disciplines such as Civils, Protection, HV cables, and OHL engineers.
• Liaise with CAD technicians for drawing requirements.
• Attend design reviews and contract close‑out meetings.
• Manage submission of reports, drawings, and designs in line with procedures.

Systems Development

• Contribute to the development of substation capability and internal procedures.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of substation design practices and regulations.

Quality & Health & Safety

• Identify and manage Health & Safety risks.
• Produce CDM documentation and ensure compliance with QA and environmental standards.

Required Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; minimum HNC with 5+ years relevant experience.
• Proven experience in HV/EHV substation design (AIS & GIS) up to 400kV.
• Strong knowledge of engineering standards, earthing, and electrical clearances.
• Ideally, membership of a professional institution and Chartered Engineer status.

PLEASE NOTE

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