Principal HV Plant Engineer (CDAE)

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal HV Plant Design Engineer to lead the delivery of primary engineering design for electrical substation projects up to 400kV. This role involves overseeing a team of design engineers and supporting the Design Managers in the day-to-day coordination of engineering and technical teams.

• Lead and manage the design team to deliver high-quality engineering solutions in line with customer specifications, National Grid standards, and relevant international regulations.
• Review and approve HV plant design deliverables including:
  • Single line diagrams
  • Layout and elevation drawings
  • MEWP access layouts
  • Short-circuit force calculations
  • Earthing designs and calculations
• Act as TP137 / SR188 CDAE and LCDAE for National Grid projects, ensuring design assurance and compliance.
• Promote and enforce Health & Safety standards in line with CDM regulations, identifying risks and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all models and drawings undergo thorough review and approval, including those from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Champion BIM best practices and digital engineering standards across the team.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship, driving innovation and continuous improvement in engineering methodology.

• Minimum 10 years' experience in a design office environment, ideally within HV substation projects.
• Proven leadership in HV Primary Plant design, including transformers, switchgear, and associated systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical power system design and integrity calculations.
• Experience liaising with clients, suppliers, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with BIM 360 and digital design workflows.
• TP137/TP141, Candidates will be supported in achieving TP141 HV Plant CDAE authorisation within the company.
• Basic understanding of Protection & Control (P&C) systems is beneficial.

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