Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer

We are recruiting for Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer, to join our clients Power Transmission & Distribution division.

You will lead the HV Primary Engineering design delivery for electrical substation projects on the transmission network up to voltages of 400kV.

Responsibilities will include 

Lead the Design team to deliver design to the Customer specification requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant National / International Standards and legislation.
Check and approve HV plant design deliverables e.g. single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc.
Lead Design work with due regard to Health & Safety Procedures and the Company’s obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations. Any perceived risks and mitigation measures should be advised to Engineering Manager for effective action.
Ensure all required models and drawings have an adequate level of review and approval including the supplier and subcontractor supply chains. Incorporating the best practice of BIM as established in the Engineering team.
Lead the technical direction of the engineering team, taking best practice and industry developments into engineering methodology.
AIS and GIS substation design up to 400kV.
Check and approve substation design deliverables e.g. single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc.
Input into the allocation of work packages, coordinate workload and agree priorities withing the Primary Plant Team.
Prepare, contribute to, check and review DEMP (Design and Engineering Management Plans)
Upon contract award, liaise and co-ordinate contract requirements with Design Engineers, Project and engineer.

Requirements for this role

Experience as a senior HV Substation Primary Plant Design Engineer
Proven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in HV substation equipments e.g. HV plant, transformers etc.
10 + Years experience working in a design office
TP137 / SR188 Contractor Design Assurance Engineer experience is an advantage.
Overall design and specification of electrical power systems and associated power system components
BIM 360 experience and knowledge
Microsoft Office packages

If you're interested in this position, please apply with your CV here