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Lead Substation Design Engineer

Job Posted: a day ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 90,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Staffordshire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Are you an experienced Substation Design Engineer ready to take the lead on major HV infrastructure projects up to 400kV?

We are working with a fast-growing engineering business delivering high-profile grid connection and substation projects across the UK renewable energy, power and utilities sectors. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a Lead Substation Design Engineer to drive technical delivery and support the growth of the engineering function.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands-on technical engineering with team leadership, client engagement and project oversight within a business where your input is genuinely recognised and rewarded.

The Role

As Lead Substation Design Engineer, you will oversee the FEED and detailed design delivery of HV substation and grid connection projects up to 400kV. You will provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams and ensure designs are delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety and compliance.

Projects will include:

AIS and GIS substations
Grid connection infrastructure
Renewable energy and power transmission projects
HV electrical infrastructure up to 400kVKey Responsibilities

Lead the technical delivery of FEED and detailed design projects
Oversee and mentor engineering and design teams
Produce and review substation layouts, calculations and technical documentation
Lead earthing design and associated studies
Ensure compliance with National Grid and DNO standards
Coordinate with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders
Support project planning, technical governance and design reviews
Drive engineering best practice and continuous improvementRequirements

Proven experience in HV substation design projects up to 400kV
Strong background in AIS/GIS substations and grid connections
Experience leading engineering/design teams
Strong understanding of National Grid and DNO requirements
Proficiency with 2D/3D CAD design tools
Experience with simulation/modelling software would be advantageous
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsWhat's on Offer

Salary up to £80,000
Hybrid working model
Opportunity to join a rapidly growing business with genuine career progression
Exposure to major UK power and renewable infrastructure projects
Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment where contributions are recognised and rewardedIf you are looking for an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the growth of a high-performing engineering business while leading technically challenging HV projects, we would be keen to speak with you

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