Overview

We are seeking a Principal Design Engineer to lead and work within a skilled engineering team delivering transmission substation projects across the UK. This role focuses on project and tender engineering activities associated with HV substation design and construction. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across electro‑mechanical design, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, legislative standards, and industry best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all engineering activities from early project engagement through to As‑Built stage


• Ensure adherence to project specifications, QA/QC processes, HSSE and integrity standards


• Act as technical lead on complex EHV/HV AIS & GIS substation projects


• Supervise and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams (internal, external, civil, secondary and supplier interfaces)


• Manage engineering budget...