Associate Director – Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network
Jacobs is seeking an Associate Director – Substations (Primary Design) to support high‑profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio, including high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients.
* Oversee quality assurance, resource planning, and capability development across multiple projects.
* Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and equipment specifications.
* Coordinate with back‑office engineers, sub‑contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery.
* Manage and contribute to tender packages, including technical and commercial submissions.
* Chair design and hazard review meetings and ensure technical assurance of HV plant design.
* Attend site visits, FAT and SAT as required.
* Mentor senior engineers and contribute to succession planning and capability growth.
* Maintain and grow client relationships, supporting strategic business development and market positioning.
* Represent Jacobs in industry forums and contribute to shaping technical standards and best practices.
Requirements
* Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
* Extensive experience in HV substation engineering (132kV–400kV), including AIS/GIS and HVDC systems.
* Proven leadership in delivering complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure projects.
* Strong understanding of UK transmission and distribution standards and client expectations.
* Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and team leadership skills.
* Strategic thinking with commercial acumen and a track record of business development.
Benefits
We offer a competitive package, free single medical cover, digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, employee assistance and parental programmes, professional development reimbursements, and our Collectively program.
Equal Opportunity and Disability
Jacobs is a disability confident employer and values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all candidates and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.
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