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Senior EHV Substation Primary Electrical Design Engineer

Primary Power Consulting
Leeds Full-time Remote
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Senior EHV Substation Primary Electrical Design Engineer

A UK\-based team of electrical designers, project managers and engineers with a reputation for providing success, Primary Power are dedicated to delivering professional expertise for EHV, HV and LV schemes across a range of sectors.

Are you an EHV Substation Primary Design Engineer who can take the lead on complex EHV substation projects? Looking for a role where your expertise will help shape the future of the UK's electricity network while offering genuine career progression? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for an experienced EHV Substation Primary Design Engineer to join our growing team based at Thorpe Park, Leeds or Cheadle, Staffordshire.

You’ll be involved throughout the project lifecycle, from feasibility studies and concept design through to detailed design and construction support. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers, project managers and technical specialists, helping to deliver practical engineering solutions on projects ranging from 11kV distribution systems to 132kV transmission\-connected substations.

No two projects are the same, giving you the chance to expand your technical knowledge while working on some of the UK's most exciting energy infrastructure developments.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and become part of a team helping power the UK's future.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Produce primary electrical designs for EHV substations up to 132kV.

  • Develop single line diagrams, substation layouts, equipment schedules and technical specifications.

  • Complete feasibility studies, concept designs and detailed engineering activities.

  • Prepare specifications for transformers, switchgear, cables, overhead line interfaces and associated plant.

  • Produce engineering calculations and supporting technical documentation.

  • Support AIS and GIS substation projects.

  • Coordinate with protection and control, civil engineering and project delivery teams.

  • Attend design reviews and technical workshops with clients and project stakeholders.

  • Ensure designs meet National Grid, DNO, ICP and industry standards.

  • Support tender submissions and mentor graduate and junior engineers where appropriate.
Qualifications / skills
  • Degree, HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline

  • Experience designing EHV and HV substations

  • Experience designing protection and control systems for HV and EHV substations

  • Knowledge of National Grid, DNO, ICP, renewable energy or battery storage projects is advantageous

  • Experience with AIS and/or GIS substations

  • Excellent communication and problem\-solving skills

  • Ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams

  • A commitment to delivering high\-quality engineering solutions

  • Full UK driving licence
Salary and benefits
  • Salary up to £90,000, depending on experience

  • Annual bonus

  • Car allowance

  • Private health insurance

  • Pension scheme

  • Death in Service cover (3x salary)

  • 33 days' annual leave, including public holidays

  • Hybrid and flexible working

  • Chartership support and professional development

  • Clear progression opportunities

  • Overtime available for weekend work where applicable

  • Friendly, supportive working environment
We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career. If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Job Type: Full\-time

Pay: £45,000\.00\-£90,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Free parking

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Life insurance

  • On\-site parking

  • Private medical insurance
Education:
  • Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
  • Electrical engineering: 3 years (required)
Language:
  • English (required)
Work authorisation:
  • United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leeds LS15 8ZB

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