Primary Principal Design Engineer

Principal Primary Design Engineer



Location: Remote (with optional offices in Leeds, Newcastle, or Westhill)

Function: Power T&D – Design

Grade: D | Hours: 37.5 per week



Role Overview



Lead the delivery of HV Primary Design for AIS and GIS substations up to 400kV. You'll guide a team of engineers to produce safe, compliant, and high-quality designs—working remotely with flexibility to visit offices or sites as needed. Act as a key technical authority supporting design, planning, and project execution.



Key Responsibilities



Design Leadership



Oversee substation primary plant design deliverables: SLDs, layouts, earthing, SC force calcs, etc.



Act as TP137 CDAE / SR188 LCDAE on Grid and similar projects.



Ensure all designs meet customer specs, safety (CDM 2015), and industry standards.



Integrate BIM best practices and manage supplier/subcontractor technical compliance.



Team & Project Management



Support Design Managers in leading and mentoring engineers and technicians.



Manage team workload, review outputs, and contribute to PDRs and training plans.



Coordinate with civil, protection, cable, and OHL engineering teams.



Planning & Delivery



Develop and manage Design and Engineering Management Plans (DEMP).



Track progress, identify risks, and ensure design aligns with project timelines and budgets.



Support cost estimating, early warnings, and design variation tracking.



Client & Commercial Engagement



Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and customers for design clarifications and validations.



Review equipment specifications, validate supplier offers, and support procurement.



Lead design reviews, technical close-outs, and support construction/commissioning teams.



Candidate Profile



Qualifications



Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.



Chartered Engineer or actively working toward it.



Member of IET (MIET).



Experience



10+ years in HV substation primary plant design (up to 400kV).



Strong background with Grid or similar UK utility clients.



Familiarity with AutoCAD, BIM 360, and MS Office tools.



Knowledge of CDM regulations, design risk assessments, and TP141 certification ().



Personal Attributes



Clear communicator and confident leader.



Results-focused with strong problem-solving and planning skills.



Proactive, adaptable, and committed to safety and quality in design.



If you are interested in the role of Principal Primary Design Engineer, Please apply now and we will be in touch shortly