Senior Electrical Engineer - Nuclear HV Substations

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Cheadle; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in HV substations to lead electrical scopes and design for critical infrastructure.

You will manage project teams, deliver SLDs, power system calculations, and oversee procurement of HV/LV assets, while ensuring compliance with UK nuclear codes and safety standards. Hybrid pattern Tue-Thu in office.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of engineering experience with hands-on detailed design in UK nuclear.
• Strong HV/LV distribution and substation design expertise.
• Active UK SC clearance or eligible.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering; CEng/IEng status preferred.
• Hybrid work pattern with 2–3 days in the Manchester office (Tue-Thu).

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical project delivery, including schedule/MDR creation, CTR estimates, change control, and delegating work packages.
• Direct hands-on electrical design: SLDs, power system calculations, earthing and lightning protection, load schedules, cable routing, schematics, and equipment specifications.
• Specify and procure major electrical assets: HV/LV switchboards, transformers, UPS systems, motors, and lighting.
• Conduct HV power system modelling, protection studies, and liaise with DNOs and project stakeholders.
• Oversee compliance with UK nuclear codes, ATEX/DSEAR guidelines, and CE marking directives.

Skills

Electrical leadership

HV Substations

Power system modelling

Substation design

Project delivery

UK nuclear sector knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

CEng/IEng status preferred

Job description

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Manchester is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer with a strong background in HV substations to lead electrical scopes and design for critical infrastructure.

You will manage project teams, deliver SLDs, power system calculations, and oversee procurement of HV/LV assets, while ensuring compliance with UK nuclear codes and safety standards. Hybrid pattern Tue-Thu in office.