Senior HV Substation Design Lead – UK Energy Transition

Vulcain Engineering Group; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 Days Annual Leave

Matched Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Bike to Work Scheme

Travel Insurance

Employee Development

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering UK invites a Lead HV Substation Engineer to own high‑voltage substation design and delivery, guiding engineering teams on major projects supporting the UK’s energy transition.

You’ll shape primary/secondary design, optimize layouts, and ensure safe, compliant installation and operation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an international, innovation‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in primary/secondary design engineering of HV substations.
• CDAE certification (National Grid) is essential.
• Proficiency in CAD/design tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, or BIM.

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering design of primary and secondary systems for HV substations.
• Translate project requirements into clear technical specifications.
• Develop and optimise substation layouts, ensuring safe installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Validate and review engineering deliverables to meet quality and schedule.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery.
• Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Contribute to design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HV Substation Design

Primary/Secondary Design

Leadership

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

CDAE certification (National Grid)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

Vulcain Engineering UK invites a Lead HV Substation Engineer to own high‑voltage substation design and delivery, guiding engineering teams on major projects supporting the UK’s energy transition.

You’ll shape primary/secondary design, optimize layouts, and ensure safe, compliant installation and operation while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams in an international, innovation‑driven environment.