Technical Lead - Primary Design

ERSG Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced engineer to oversee the delivery of substation primary plant and cable engineering activities. The role involves developing comprehensive designs and ensuring compliance with quality and commercial objectives. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of engineering principles, and experience in managing complex design challenges. Join us to innovate within the field and provide leadership across major engineering projects.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of primary plant design and engineering.
• Ability to meet quality expectations and commercial objectives.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of substation primary plant engineering.
• Develop primary plant designs and equipment specifications.
• Provide leadership in primary plant engineering.

Job description

Role Responsibilities

Oversee the delivery of substation primary plant and cable engineering activities, ensuring outputs meet agreed quality expectations, timescales, and commercial objectives.

Develop comprehensive primary plant designs, including layout development, equipment specifications, short-circuit and cable system calculations, TMF assessments, and the selection and specification of auxiliary systems.

Apply an in-depth understanding of earthing philosophy and system X / R characteristics to define suitable transformer neutral earthing resistor requirements.

Carry out transmission- and distribution-level design tasks in alignment with relevant DNO and national transmission operator standards.

Undertake site‑based assessments and provide guidance on constructability considerations and installation constraints for project teams.

Take full responsibility for the technical integrity of primary designs, managing risks linked to design changes, safety, operational performance, and compliance with client and industry requirements.

Introduce and champion innovative approaches to complex design challenges and technical issues.

Provide leadership across all aspects of primary plant engineering, including transformers, GIS / AIS switchgear, busbar arrangements, GIB systems, cable terminations, and associated substation equipment at voltages up to 400 kV.

Use strong analytical capability and numerical proficiency to produc...