Senior Project Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Substation Project Engineer to support the delivery of high‑voltage transmission projects up to 400kV
. This role focuses on engineering design oversight, assurance, and technical governance across both new‑build and asset‑replacement schemes.

• Location: Home‑based, with infrequent site/factory/office visits (typically less than once per month)

About the Role

As a Substation Project Engineer
, you will provide technical leadership across project development and delivery, ensuring engineering quality, safety, and compliance with transmission standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing outline scopes, site layout plans, primary plant layouts, and single line diagrams for substations up to 400kV.
• Reviewing contractor and consultant detailed designs, as well as witnessing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Applying safety‑by‑design principles to mitigate engineering and operational risks.
• Supporting site and operational teams to ensure installation quality and protect network security.
• Evaluating tenders and managing specialist engineering service providers.
• Degree‑qualified Electrical Engineer
• Minimum 3+ years’ experience as a Substation Project Engineer working up to 400kV
• Proven expertise in high‑voltage substation design, operation, and maintenance
• Strong UK transmission network experience (experience with UK utilities highly desirable)
• Competence in project management and design review
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations