Technical Lead

Murphy Group; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for a Technical Lead to oversee engineering design delivery for major Transmission HV Substation projects. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulations while fostering innovation. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Electrical Engineering and has substantial experience with High Voltage projects, particularly in the UK Transmission sector. The role offers attractive benefits including a competitive salary and a strong commitment to professional development.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Above market rate contributory pension scheme

Life assurance and health screening

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Subsidised canteen facilities

Investment in professional development

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering education (preferably to degree level) and High Voltage project design experience.
• Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015.
• Desirable experience with UK Transmission Service Operators.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering design delivery for Transmission HV Substation projects.
• Manage design resources and integrate engineering disciplines.
• Ensure compliance with CDM 2015 Regulations as Principal Design Representative.

Skills

Electrical engineering education

High Voltage project design experience

Principal Designer Representative experience

Experience in delivery of substation projects

Membership of a UK Engineering institute

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead the engineering design delivery of existing major Transmission HV 132/275/400kV Substation new build and extension projects.
• Lead Design Management requirements at tender and/or Early Contractor Engagement stage and allocate resources as appropriate during tender, FEED, and detailed design stages.
• Integrate multiple engineering disciplines including HV Plant, Protection and Control and Civils from a mix of internal and external designers and OEMs.
• Undertake the role of Principal Design Representative on project(s) ensuring design information is being suitably managed to the various roles and compliant with the requirements of CDM 2015 Regulations.
• Involvement in the development of Business Unit and Group Design Management continual process improvement activities.
• Review design pack submissions as required for technical compliance, quality and completeness.
• Develop and assist the project Planners with maintaining the design and engineering aspect of programmes.
• Monitor and expedite key engineering programme issues including the procurement of services and equipment to the Business Unit Procurement function.
• Review and liaise with internal Temporary Works Coordinators and Designers to ensure appropriate consideration of constructability and required permanent works.
• Ensure an understanding of, and an influence on the contracts Design Consultants are working under including their fees, schedule of services, programme, and liabilities and warranties.
• Review and comment the payment applications from consultants and pass to the contract surveyor for processing and payment.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary design packages on HV Power Projects.

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering education (preferably to degree level) and High Voltage project design experience.
• Experience carrying out the role of Principal Designer Representative under CDM 2015.
• Experience of delivery of substation projects for UK Transmission Service Operators (SSEN, National Grid, Scottish Power Energy Networks, NIE Networks) is desirable.
• Membership of a UK Engineering institute.

Murphy is recruiting for a Technical Lead to work with the Energy Team on the National Grid, ETP Framework.

Our business is well‑known for its extensive in‑house expertise, experience, and continuous drive to innovate within the industry to create added value for all our customers. Throughout our history we have strived to challenge the norm and incorporate a wide range of new technologies and capabilities to ensure we meet the ever‑changing markets and demands. Today we support groundbreaking transmission and distribution projects in four countries - ensuring their energy security for decades to come. We offer a wide range of services including design, construction and commissioning. We deliver Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) projects serving both regulated and private customers along with technical and engineering solutions within the conventional power and energy transition markets. Our continual drive to innovate, while encouraging sustainability, ensures we remain at the forefront of the industry, and is demonstrated in our long‑standing relationships with major energy providers in multiple countries.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service
• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus
• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc

About Murphy Murphy is formally recognised as a sector leading employer, Gold Investors In People accredited along with reported operating profit up 57% on prior year. At Murphy, we are incredibly proud of our diverse workforce. Not only do our people represent over 60 different nationalities, but they also represent a wide range of backgrounds, ethnicities and ages. With a forward order book of £5.4bn and £23m Invested in environmentally friendly plant in 2024 there really is #MoretoMurphy