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Senior HV Plant Engineer

United Kingdom, North England Employment contract 70000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted May 06, 2026
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A leading UK engineering services provider is recruiting for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer – HV Plant to support the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across the power sector. With a strong pipeline of transmission, distribution, and renewable energy projects, they are looking to expand their design team with an experienced engineer. In this role, you will take the lead on the design, drawings, and calculations for substation primary plant systems. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team and provide technical leadership across the full project lifecycle, from concept through to detailed design.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead HV/EHV substation primary plant design projects, ensuring delivery to quality, time, and budget requirements
  • Develop and review engineering drawings and documentation, including general arrangements, layouts, and single line diagrams
  • Perform design calculations such as busbar sizing, short-circuit analysis, cable sizing, and switchroom assessments
  • Prepare and review technical specifications for substation plant and associated equipment
  • Carry out site surveys and provide technical support to site teams
  • Participate in design reviews, hazard assessments, and client meetings

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Proven experience delivering HV/EHV substation primary (plant) design projects
  • Strong understanding of substation layouts, plant equipment, and design calculations
  • Ability to work independently on technically complex projects
  • Good commercial awareness and experience working within project constraints

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