Substation Primary Design Engineer in Leeds

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer to join a well-established engineering business delivering major transmission and distribution infrastructure projects across the UK.

This role will focus on the design and delivery of HV/EHV substation projects up to 400kV, working as part of a highly skilled engineering team on complex and technically challenging schemes within the power sector.

Key Responsibilities:

* Produce concept, preliminary and detailed primary design solutions for substations up to 400kV

* Develop and review general arrangement drawings, substation layouts and single line diagrams

* Carry out design calculations including busbar sizing, short circuit studies, cable sizing, lighting, lightning protection and switchroom calculations

* Prepare and review technical specifications and associated design documentation

* Conduct site surveys and liaise with project and construction teams

* Participate in hazard review meetings and promote a strong safety-by-design culture

* Ensure designs are delivered to programme, quality and client requirements

Requirements:

* Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

* Strong experience in HV/EHV substation primary plant design within the UK power sector

* Proven ability delivering complex transmission and distribution projects

* Knowledge of relevant industry standards and design practices

* Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership would be advantageous

* CSCS or SHEA Power certification

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation involved in major infrastructure investment programmes, offering long-term career progression and exposure to high-profile projects across the UK power network.

For a confidential discussion and further information, please apply today.

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