Principal Substation Primary Design Engineer

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Substation Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering major projects across the transmission, distribution, industrial and renewable energy sectors.

This role offers the opportunity to work on complex HV and EHV projects, supporting critical infrastructure and helping shape the future of the UK energy landscape. You will join a highly regarded team delivering innovative engineering solutions and working closely with clients on some of the industry’s most significant projects.

The Role

As a Principal Substation Engineer, you will lead and support the delivery of engineering and construction projects, taking ownership of project activities while engaging with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing client relationships from initial engagement through to project delivery

Delivering new build, retrofit and network reinforcement projects

Producing electrical engineering design deliverables

Developing safe, practical and cost-effective substation solutions

Interpreting National Grid specifications, DNO standards and British/IEC regulations

Identifying and mitigating health and safety risks

Applying CDM regulations on HV and EHV projects

Coordinating with civils, protection & control, earthing and studies teams

Preparing HV and EHV plant specifications and reviewing supplier documentation

Supporting bid submissions and proposal development

Delivering work to agreed quality, budget and programme requirements

About You

The successful candidate is likely to have:

Degree qualification (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering

Experience working within regulated transmission and distribution environments

Strong knowledge of HV Substation Primary Plant design

Proven experience delivering AIS and GIS substation projects from 11kV up to 400kV

Experience with feasibility studies, reports, cost estimates and engineering documentation

Understanding of transmission technologies and network operation

Experience with LV and substation power distribution systems

Experience working on National Grid and/or DNO projects

Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills

The ability to manage competing priorities within a collaborative environment

Desirable experience:

CDAE/LCDAE authorisation

Amtech experience for LVAC fuse/MCCB selectivity studies

HVDC primary plant knowledge

What’s on Offer

Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects

Strong career development and progression opportunities

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Exposure to a broad range of technically challenging projects

Collaborative and supportive team environment

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced substation engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and highly respected engineering environment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.