Technical Director HV Plant​/Primary Design; Substations

Overview

The role:

Technical Director HV Plant/Primary Design (Substations). The position can be based anywhere in the UK. This role leads the HV Substation design team, overseeing FEED and detailed design for refurbishment, extensions, and new-build projects within the Transmission and Distribution sector.

• Develop and lead the HV team for electrical substation design projects.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and lead FEED design and detailed design activities.
• Deliver projects at varying scales for a range of T&D clients in the UK.
• Proactively build knowledge of the electricity transmission and distribution industry and coach the wider T&D team.
• Contribute to innovative solutions and promote best practices to drive client success.
• Develop innovative and practical solutions to a range of problems and understand how issues fit into larger solutions.
• Share knowledge, promote ideas, and value every team member’s contribution.
• Hold a relevant degree in electrical engineering; ideally Chartered Engineer (IET) with experience as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE) per TP137 or equivalent; TP141 qualification is an advantage.

• You are proactive in learning about the electricity transmission and distribution industry and capable of coaching others.
• You can develop innovative and practical solutions and understand larger system implications.
• You communicate effectively and contribute collaboratively to the team.

Stantec is a global design and engineering professional services company with a long history in the UK. We provide solutions that translate clients’ visions into deliverable plans and designs, supporting sustainable communities with technical excellence and market insights. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and an inclusive work environment and invite suitable applicants from all backgrounds to apply.