Specification Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Castleford; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Exciting opportunity for a Specification and Design Engineer to join a leading energy company. This role involves technical development for major distribution projects, ensuring compliance and robust design in EHV substation systems. Competitive salary and benefits supported by hybrid working and opportunities for growth are offered.

Benefits

Enrolment into pension scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Excellent opportunities for career growth

Technical incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced in design and construction of electrical distribution networks up to 132kV.
• Engineering knowledge of EHV power systems essential.
• Proficient in tendering and evaluating specifications.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for production of specifications for EHV substation plant or overhead line systems.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage project timelines and ensure adherence to engineering standards.

Skills

Communication

Organisational Skills

Education

HNC level qualification in a relevant subject

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Specification and Design Engineer – Major Projects

Location: Yorkshire & North East

Directorate: Energy Systems

Job Ref No: R7221

The role:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Specification & Design Engineer to join our Major Projects team.

We are looking for engineers experienced in the following disciplines:

• Design and Development of EHV substations Projects.
• Design and Specification of EHV substation Plant (inc Transformers, Switchgear and ancillary equipment).
• Design & Specification EHV Underground cable systems.
• Design & Specification of EHV Overhead line systems.

At Northern Powergrid, our vision is to be the best energy company in serving our 3.9 million homes, whilst delivering a sustainable energy solution.

As a dedicated Specification & Design Engineer, you will be an integral part of achieving this, while always striving to keep our customers power flowing.

You will primarily be responsible for technical development of capital and customer projects for our distribution network, from feasibility through to approved for construction stage, using a suite of engineering standards.

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Along with a competitive salary between £53,711 - £73,451 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;

• Enrolment into our pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (office or site-based 4 days/week, 1-day WFH)
• Excellent opportunities for career growth
• Technical incentive scheme

Key Responsibilities:

• Your design duties will include production of specifications for either EHV substation plant, EHV cable or overhead line systems. Also, including tendering and evaluation to support project delivery.
• Applying the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 to major construction projects.
• In this role you will liaise with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to ensure that necessary project construction can be carried out robustly, cost effectively and be technically compliant
• Proficiency with using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to build lasting relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, requiring first class communication and organisational skills.

Key Competencies:

• Previous experience in the design and construction of electrical distribution networks up to 132kV
• Engineering knowledge of EHV power systems
• Knowledge of engineering standards and contract management practices that include EHV plant, substations, cables or overhead line systems,
• Knowledge of standards associated with EHV power systems up to 132kV
• Ability to manage and prioritise work to ensure project timescales are met
• The necessary background experience and technical knowledge to attain Competent Person status as defined in the Company’s Distribution Safety Rules to facilitate personal access to the Company’s operational sites

Qualifications and Attributes

• At least an HNC level qualification within a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• A full and valid driving licence is essential.

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Posted: 26 June 2025

Closing date for applications: 25 July 2025

Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of , marital status, , re-assignment, , or , in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.