Senior Design Engineer Substations- HV Plant
We're looking for an experienced high-voltage substation design engineer to help achieve success on multimillion pound projects ideally within the Midlands.
What You'll Be Doing
Design substations that meet client needs, budgets, and deadlines
Help with tenders, contracts, and technical drawings
Work closely with teams and clients to deliver projects smoothly
Visit sites often and stay connected with the operations team
Support and train engineers and CAD technicians
Join design reviews and help improve standards and processes
Follow safety, quality, and environmental rules (OHSAS 18001, ISO9001, ISO14001)
Communicate clearly and professionally across all levels
What You'll Bring
Strong knowledge of National Grid, British Standards, and UK design rules
Degree or HND in Electrical/Electronic Engineering
5+ years' experience in power transmission and substation design
Skilled in 2D CAD software (Autodesk preferred)
Able to quickly learn new engineering software
Experience with NGET stage 4.4 design and earthing up to 400kV
Knowledge of related areas: overhead lines, civil design, protection & control, HV cables
Bonus: MSc, chartership, expert in CDEGS, AutoCAD, and power system tools
What's in it for you?
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include
Matched or contributory pension scheme
Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
Employee assistance programme
My Rewards portal, access to 1000's of retail discounts
Life assurance
Cycle to work
Salary finance and give as you earn schemes
Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
Reward and recognition scheme
In addition, this role offers
Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme Company van/vehicle and fuel card for business use
Private health care and health care cash plan
Discretionary bonus scheme
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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