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Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Posted 05 May 2026
Salary £60,000-£80,000
LocationManchester
Job type Permanent
Discipline Engineering and Renewables

Job description

Senior HV Design Engineer - Power T&D / Renewables
Manchester (Hybrid)
£60-£80K

This role involves delivering high-quality electro-mechanical substation design solutions across transmission and distribution networks. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to execute projects that meet technical standards, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver substation design (primary, protection & control, and layouts)

  • Develop single-line diagrams, SCADA systems, and auxiliary AC/DC designs

  • Ensure compliance with UK engineering standards and industry regulations

  • Collaborate across disciplines to deliver integrated engineering solutions

  • Support and mentor junior engineers and consultants

  • Contribute to technical reporting and documentation

Requirements:

  • 8+ years’ experience in transmission and distribution engineering

  • Strong background in substation design (up to 132kV or higher preferred)

  • Knowledge of UK standards, legislation, and safety practices

  • Experience with CT/VT selection, system studies, and design calculations

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Preferred:

  • Professional registration (IEng or working towards it)

  • Health & Safety certifications (IOSH, NEBOSH, etc.)

  • Experience with commissioning, CDM regulations, and safety training

If this position is of interest to you, apply now!