Technical Director HV Plant/OHL- Civils

Stantec; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Annual leave with buy/sell options

Private medical insurance

Group income protection & life cover

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Technical Director level HV Primary Plant Engineer to lead the HV Primary Plant team within the Transmission & Distribution domain. The role oversees FEED and detailed design for substations and associated infrastructure across UK projects, driving technical excellence and client engagement.

You will mentor and develop a high-performing team, shape delivery strategy, and contribute to energy transition initiatives while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams and with

Qualifications

• HV plant design experience and OHL specification are essential.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Experience with National Grid TP137 CDAE or equivalent client role.
• Strong leadership and mentoring ability in multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to engage with UK Transmission & Distribution clients.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HV Primary Plant team on civils design projects.
• Oversee FEED and detailed design for substations and OHL schemes.
• Drive technical excellence across projects and ensure high-quality delivery.
• Engage with key clients and shape delivery strategy.

Skills

HV plant design

OHL specification

Leadership

Client engagement

Engineering principles

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering

Job description

As part of continued and ambitious growth, Stantec is seeking a Technical Director level HV Primary Plant Engineer to join our Energy & Resources business within the Transmission & Distribution team. This role can be based anywhere in the UK and offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering projects of varying scale while contributing to our wider growth ambitions.

You will join a well-established team working with a diverse portfolio of high-profile clients, helping to strengthen our position as a leading engineering consultancy. With a flexible, UK-wide team structure, this is a unique opportunity to shape and develop a high-performing transmission and distribution capability that supports the energy transition.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will be responsible for developing and leading the HV Primary Plant team on civils design projects. You will oversee both FEED and detailed design for substation refurbishments, extensions, and new-build schemes and associated infrastructure such as OHL etc.

Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will drive technical excellence across projects while ensuring high-quality delivery. The role also includes engaging with key Transmission & Distribution clients across the UK, requiring strong sector knowledge and experience.

Your Impact

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping and growing the HV Primary Plant capability within the Transmission & Distribution team. You will lead the delivery of FEED and detailed design across a diverse portfolio of substation projects, ensuring high-quality, innovative solutions that meet client requirements and industry standards.

By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will help deliver integrated engineering outcomes that add real value to our clients. Your leadership will strengthen existing client relationships and support the development of new opportunities, contributing directly to the continued success and growth of the business.

A key part of your impact will be in developing people—coaching and mentoring team members while fostering a collaborative, knowledge-sharing environment. You will champion technical excellence and continuous improvement, encouraging the adoption of best practices and innovative approaches that support the wider energy transition.

About You

You are a proactive and collaborative engineering leader with a strong understanding of the electricity transmission and distribution industry. You are passionate about developing talent and sharing knowledge, and you stay engaged with the engineering community to drive innovation and best practice.

You will bring:

• A degree in Civil/Structural Engineering
• Extensive experience in HV plant design and/OHL specification
• A broad understanding of UK Transmission & Distribution clients and standards
• Chartered Engineer status (ICE) or working towards it
• Experience as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) under National Grid TP137, or an equivalent client defined role
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative, practical solutions and understand their wider project context
• A collaborative mindset, valuing diverse contributions and sharing ideas to drive team success

Why Join Us

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network.
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK - we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.