Senior Electrical Engineer

Turner Lovell; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK utility contractor based in Nottingham is seeking a Senior HV Plant Engineer to oversee primary plant designs for various energy projects. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and significant experience with substation designs ranging from 132kV to 400kV. This role offers flexible working and the opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, engage with clients, and directly impact high-profile projects. If you're ready for your next step, please apply or reach out for more information.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering primary substation designs at 132kV-400kV.
• Strong working knowledge of UK National Grid and Operator standards.
• Ability to manage multiple design workstreams and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead primary HV plant design packages from concept to construction.
• Provide technical governance on designs for compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with various teams.
• Interface with clients as a primary plant design expert.
• Support procurement with technical specifications and evaluations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership in engineering

Multidisciplinary coordination

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Salary: up to £75,000 (based on experience)

Position: Permanent

Turner Lovell are working with a leading UK utility infrastructure contractor to find a Senior HV Plant Engineer who will play a role in delivering and overseeing primary plant designs for National Grid and other transmission and distribution substation projects across the UK (33kV–400kV).

This is a great opportunity to enjoy flexible working, take ownership of your work, and make a direct impact on high-profile energy and renewables projects. You’ll be joining long-term frameworks involving new substations, network upgrades, and grid connection projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end primary HV plant design packages (concept through to construction delivery), including single-line development, primary layouts, and equipment selection and specification.
• Provide technical governance by reviewing, approving, and signing off internal and third-party designs for accuracy, compliance, and constructability.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with protection and control, civil, cables, and project delivery teams.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders, representing the contractor as the subject matter expert for primary plant design.
• Support procurement activities by preparing technical specifications, evaluating supplier bids, and reviewing manufacturer drawings and documentation.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• Significant UK experience delivering primary substation designs at 132kV-400kV (AIS or GIS).
• Strong working knowledge of UK National Grid and Transmission Operator standards and practices.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination, mentor engineers, and manage multiple design workstreams to deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills with a track record of successful client and stakeholder engagement.

If this sounds like your next step, please apply or contact Anusha Gopalan ([e-mail] / 020 4602 7660) for more information.