An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Substation Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy delivering sustainable design and infrastructure solutions across the UK energy sector.
This role sits within a high-performing transmission and distribution team working across industrial, utility-scale and renewable energy projects. You'll be involved in the delivery of complex HV and EHV substation projects, supporting the transition of the UK energy network and working closely with key industry stakeholders.
The Role
As a Senior Substation Engineer, you will take responsibility for the technical delivery of substation engineering projects across the full lifecycle, working both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting client engagement from early-stage design through to project delivery
Delivering small to medium-sized new build, retrofit and reinforcement projects
Producing key electrical engineering deliverables and design documentation
Working with CAD and engineering teams to develop safe, efficient substation solutions
Interpreting National Grid, DNO and relevant British/IEC standards
Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and undertaking design risk assessments
Coordinating across civils, protection & control, earthing and systems studies teams
Preparing HV/EHV plant specifications and reviewing supplier documentation
Supporting bid development and technical proposals
Delivering work to agreed safety, cost, quality and programme targets
About You
You will likely bring:
Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Experience working as a substation or plant engineer in regulated environments
Strong experience in HV and EHV substation design (AIS and GIS) from 11kV to 400kV
Knowledge of transmission and distribution systems and operational interfaces
Experience producing feasibility studies, reports, design deliverables and cost estimates
Experience working on utility projects (e.g. National Grid and/or DNO frameworks)
Strong understanding of LV systems and substation distribution
Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders
Experience delivering engineering outputs safely, on time and within budget
Desirable experience:
CDAE authorisation
Amtech experience for LVAC selectivity studies
Exposure to HVDC primary plant systems
What's on Offer
Opportunity to work on major UK infrastructure and energy transition projects
Strong technical development within a specialist engineering team
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Exposure to complex, high-value transmission and distribution programmes
Clear progression opportunities within a growing sector
This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Substation Engineer looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to critical national infrastructure and the energy transition.
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