Senior / Principal Engineer - HV Distribution

Morgan Sindall Group Plc; Noordwes; On-site; ZAR 1 362 000 - 1 817 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized engineering firm is seeking a Senior / Principal Engineer – HV Distribution to lead high-voltage distribution projects. The role requires a strong background in HV design, effective communication skills, and familiarity with relevant CAD tools. Responsibilities include ensuring technical excellence, mentoring junior engineers, and complying with client specifications. The company offers a supportive culture with numerous benefits, including flexible working and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Minimum of HNC in Electrical Engineering with HV/Power background (MEng/MSc preferred).
• Working toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong experience in HV distribution design (Up to 33kV).
• Proficient in technical report writing, specification and drawing production.
• Familiarity with client specifications (e.g., MOD, SSEN, UKPN).

Responsibilities

• Lead the production of designs, calculations, reports, and drawings for HV projects.
• Develop single line diagrams, layout drawings, and technical specifications.
• Conduct electrical network studies including load flow, fault level, and protection analysis.
• Ensure compliance with IEC and BS EN standards and client specifications.

Skills

HV distribution design

Technical report writing

CAD software familiarity

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

MEng/MSc in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

DigSilent

MathCAD

ProDesign

PSS/E

ERACS

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Senior / Principal Engineer - HV Distribution

Ref 78092 – Vacancy title: Senior / Principal Engineer – HV Distribution – Function(s): Design, Engineering – Contract type: Full time, permanent – Region: North West England – Locations: Northwest

BakerHicks has experienced rapid growth in the Transmission & Distribution sector over the past decade, securing major infrastructure projects across the UK. As demand for high‑quality engineering design continues to rise, we’re looking for a Senior/Principal Electrical Engineer – HV Distribution to join our team.

In this role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of high‑voltage distribution projects (Up to 33kV), ensuring technical excellence and consistency across all outputs. You’ll also support bids and proposals, mentor junior engineers and CAD technicians, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the production of designs, calculations, reports, and drawings for HV projects.
• Develop single line diagrams, layout drawings, and technical specifications.
• Conduct electrical network studies including load flow, fault level, and protection analysis.
• Use software tools such as ETAP, DigSilent, MathCAD, ProDesign, PSS/E, ERACS.
• Guide CAD technicians and ensure quality control of drawings and documentation.
• Participate in risk reviews, HAZID sessions, and design reviews.
• Provide technical interface with third parties and suppliers.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and resource planning of junior staff in the HV team.
• Ensure compliance with IEC and BS EN standards and client specifications.

About You

• Minimum of HNC in Electrical Engineering with HV/Power background (MEng/MSc preferred).
• Working toward Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is beneficial but not essential.
• Strong experience in HV distribution design (Up to 33kV).
• Proficient in technical report writing, specification and drawing production.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, and other CAD tools.
• Familiarity with client specifications (e.g., MOD, SSEN, UKPN).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team collaboration skills.

Why Join BakerHicks?

• Be part of a growing sector with exciting career development opportunities.
• Work on impactful infrastructure projects across the UK.
• At BakerHicks, we offer a career path with internal mobility and cross‑functional growth.
• Inclusive and supportive team culture.

Benefits

• Company car or cash allowance.
• Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan.
• Life assurance scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus the ability to buy additional leave.
• Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones, etc.).
• Flexible working.
• Family‑friendly policies.
• Employee assistance.
• Professional development.

The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors.

Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK.

About BakerHicks – We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 from 14 locations with a truly European reach.

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

We’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of our dynamic team.