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Principal Substation Engineer

Posted 3 days ago

  • Ridgacre, West Midlands
  • Permanent
  • £75,000 to £80,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In 25 days
Principal Substation Engineer - United Kingdom (Flexible/Remote)

Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (Flexible & reduced hour/day arrangements available)
Travel: National (approx. 10% of working time), International (infrequent)
Location: United Kingdom

About the Client:
Our client is an innovative and forward-thinking engineering consultancy with a strong presence in the electricity transmission and distribution (T&D) sector. They are committed to driving positive change through sustainable electricity solutions and are known for their technical excellence and commitment to community well-being. As part of their ongoing expansion into the UK market, they are seeking a highly competent Principal Substation Engineer to take on a leading role within their substation discipline.

About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Principal Substation Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy. This is a unique opportunity to take a senior role within the substation discipline, supporting the Chief Substation Engineer and leading the successful delivery of substation work packages. The successful candidate will play a key part in establishing a reputable and profitable UK presence within the transmission and distribution (T&D) sector.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead, approve, and verify engineering roles on substation work packages and projects.

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Act as a CDM Principal Designer representative when required.

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Mentor and develop junior engineers, fostering world-class engineering expertise.

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Drive the integration of advanced techniques and innovative solutions in substation design.

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Ensure safety in design, technical excellence, and ethical decision-making.

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Engage with the wider engineering community to develop thought leadership and best practices.

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Manage relationships with key industry stakeholders to support business development.

Qualifications & Experience:

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Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.

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Substantial experience (12+ years) in the electricity industry, with at least 10 years focusing on T&D substation engineering.

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Chartered Engineer status (desirable) and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., The IET).

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Expertise in substation design, including conceptual and detailed engineering, and the use of CAD/BIM procedures compliant with ISO 19650.

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Proven leadership in delivering high-quality substation engineering packages, on time and within budget.

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Familiarity with UK safety, health, environmental, and waste management legislation, including CDM Regulations (#####).

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Excellent communication, mentoring, and team management skills.

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Willingness to work autonomously and as part of a collaborative team.

Benefits:

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Competitive salary, pension contributions, car allowance

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Flexible working arrangements

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33 days of paid annual leave (including UK public holidays)

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Professional development opportunities, including paid membership fees and training

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Health insurance contributions

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Reward and recognition programmes

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Paid parental leave and loyalty recognition benefits

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Fully remote working - welcome applicants from anywhere in the UK