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HV Plant Engineer

United Kingdom · Job Posted March 01, 2026
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Job Description

HV Plant Engineers required to assist on HV substation, National grid projects across the Southern Region. Projects across the framework will include new substations, renewable installations and upgrades to/across the network.

Job Responsibility

  • Assist on HV substation, National grid projects across the Southern Region
  • Coordinate plant, civil and delivery teams
  • Communicate with all stakeholders
  • Contribute to meetings and reviews from a technical viewpoint
  • Work as part of the wider engineering team to ensure the smooth running of complex projects

Requirements

  • Electrical Engineering degree/equivalent
  • Experience with HV Substations
  • Experience on National grid substations and knowledge of UK/NG Standards

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