Electrical Project Engineer – Substations & Grid
Contract: 12 months (outside IR35)
Location: UK-wide projects / Remote-based
Start: January 2026
Sector: Energy Infrastructure / BESS / Grid Connections
Mint Selection is supporting a number of UK-based IPPs and ICPs with the delivery of grid-connected energy infrastructure projects. We are currently looking to engage an Electrical Project Engineer with strong substation and grid connection experience to support multiple projects across the UK.
Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of HV substations and grid connection works (typically 11kV–400kV)
* Act as the technical interface between the client, ICP, DNO/ESO and OEMs
* Review electrical designs, protection studies and technical documentation
* Support programme, cost and risk management across multiple projects
* Provide engineering input through construction, commissioning and energisation
Experience Required
* Proven experience as an Electrical Project Engineer within UK energy infrastructure
* Strong background in substations and grid connections
* Experience working with IPPs, ICPs, DNOs or NG
* Familiar with CDM regulations and UK grid compliance
* Able to work remotely with occasional site or stakeholder meetings
If this role is of interest, please email your updated CV to H.Sanger@mintselection.com and I will be in touch to discuss further.