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Power systems design - principal consultant

Manchester
65.273.728.9-028.000
Principal consultant
Posted: 2 June
Offer description

The Opportunity

Youll take a leading role in concept and feasibility studies, substation design, and system studies for projects that span both UK and international markets. As part of our Engineering Team, youll drive project success through technical excellence, stakeholder engagement, and strong leadership.

Responsibilities

What Youll Do:

* Lead technical delivery of substation designs (AIS/GIS) up to 400kV.
* Oversee and sign off on engineering designs, specifications, reports, and calculations.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (Protection & Control, Civil/Structural).
* Guide junior engineers and support their professional growth.
* Interface with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
* Ensure regulatory compliance (CDM, UK H&S) and safety by design.
* Support tender development, resource planning, budgeting, and QA.
* Act as Principal Designer as needed and contribute to design management practices.

What Youll Bring:

* 10+ years in T&D or Power Systems Engineering
* Masters degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
* Expert in substation design up to 132kV+ (ideally up to 400kV)
* Strong knowledge of ENA/BS/IEC/IEEE standards
* Familiarity with SLDs, layouts, CT/VT design, and auxiliary systems
* Software skills in MS Office, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
* Excellent leadership, communication, and project delivery skills

Desirable:

* Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH)
* CDM 2015 training
* Experience in mentoring, business development, and QA
Why RINA?


At RINA, we dont just offer jobs - we build careers. Were a global leader in engineering consulting, operating across 70 countries with over 3,900 professionals. For more than 150 years, weve supported clients in delivering safe, effective, and sustainable projects.

Youll work on complex, rewarding projects that make a difference - alongside passionate experts committed to technical excellence.

Benefits

Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options) + life assurance.
Pension: 6% employer-matched pension contributions.
Family Support: Paid parental leave + additional unpaid leave for reservists.
Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme + retail and lifestyle discounts.

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The Opportunity

Youll take a leading role in concept and feasibility studies, substation design, and system studies for projects that span both UK and international markets. As part of our Engineering Team, youll drive project success through technical excellence, stakeholder engagement, and strong leadership.

Responsibilities

What Youll Do:

* Lead technical delivery of substation designs (AIS/GIS) up to 400kV.
* Oversee and sign off on engineering designs, specifications, reports, and calculations.
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (Protection & Control, Civil/Structural).
* Guide junior engineers and support their professional growth.
* Interface with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
* Ensure regulatory compliance (CDM, UK H&S) and safety by design.
* Support tender development, resource planning, budgeting, and QA.
* Act as Principal Designer as needed and contribute to design management practices.

What Youll Bring:

* 10+ years in T&D or Power Systems Engineering
* Masters degree in Electrical Engineering (or similar)
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
* Expert in substation design up to 132kV+ (ideally up to 400kV)
* Strong knowledge of ENA/BS/IEC/IEEE standards
* Familiarity with SLDs, layouts, CT/VT design, and auxiliary systems
* Software skills in MS Office, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
* Excellent leadership, communication, and project delivery skills

Desirable:

* Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH)
* CDM 2015 training
* Experience in mentoring, business development, and QA
Why RINA?


At RINA, we dont just offer jobs - we build careers. Were a global leader in engineering consulting, operating across 70 countries with over 3,900 professionals. For more than 150 years, weve supported clients in delivering safe, effective, and sustainable projects.

Youll work on complex, rewarding projects that make a difference - alongside passionate experts committed to technical excellence.

Benefits

Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options) + life assurance.
Pension: 6% employer-matched pension contributions.
Family Support: Paid parental leave + additional unpaid leave for reservists.
Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme + retail and lifestyle discounts.

#LI-MW1


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