Senior HV Substation Design Engineer - Remote

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited seeks a Principal Engineer to lead HV electrical engineering activities, manage a high-performing team, and deliver design and FEED work for transmission substations across the UK. You will work from one of several offices, engaging with clients and internal teams to shape technical solutions.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects, leadership development, and the chance to influence high-profile HV infrastructure initiatives, with travel to client sites as

Qualifications

• Experience in managing technical teams.
• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards it.
• Proven experience in primary plant design of substations in UK or internationally.
• Experience in preparing bids and cost estimates for FEED and detailed design work.
• Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards (IEC, IEEE).
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives and managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for HV substations, ensuring technical integrity.
• Line manage a team of engineers and support development.
• Oversee tender management for HV plant packages and bid submissions.
• Coordinate interfaces with back-office engineers, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Chair design and hazard review meetings; attend site visits as required.
• Maintain and grow client relationships and contribute to business development.

Skills

Team leadership

Electrical engineering

Chartered engineer

Substation design

Bid estimation

Electrical standards IEC/IEEE

Communication

Travel flexibility

Time management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited seeks a Principal Engineer to lead HV electrical engineering activities, manage a high-performing team, and deliver design and FEED work for transmission substations across the UK. You will work from one of several offices, engaging with clients and internal teams to shape technical solutions.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects, leadership development, and the chance to influence high-profile HV infrastructure initiatives, with travel to client sites as