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Let’s find you the right jobs faster Get Started Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer Atkins Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Controls Engineer Omega Resource Group Alstone, Tewkesbury (GL20) £55k per year 2 days ago Senior Protection and Control Design Engineer AECOM Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Electrical Design Engineer Morson Edge Eccles, Manchester (M30) Market related 1 month ago Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector Stantec Derby, Derbyshire 2 weeks ago Electrical Design Engineer JAM Recruitment Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 £55000 - £65000 per annum 1 month ago Electronics Design Engineer Morson Edge Greater Manchester £50k - 60k per year + Excellent Benefits 3 weeks ago Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer Atkins Epsom, Surrey 2 weeks ago Senior Substation Secondary (PandC) Design Engineer Atkins Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Experienced SoC Design Engineer ARM Manchester, Greater Manchester 2 weeks ago Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer Morson Edge Fairhill Ind Est, Manchester (M44) Permanent Contract Published: 2 days ago Market related Apply Save Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer Morson Edge Apply Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer HV Plant Design Engineer (132kV-400kV) - National Grid SR188 Experience Job Purpose The Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, and technical delivery of high-voltage substation plant systems for transmission and distribution projects. The role involves developing compliant designs in accordance with National Grid standards, particularly SR188 (Substation Layout Design Guidance), ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions for new-build, refurbishment, and extension projects. Key Responsibilities Design & Engineering Produce HV substation plant designs for transmission voltage levels up to 400kV. Develop substation layouts in compliance with National Grid SR188 requirements. Prepare and review: General arrangement drawings Substation layouts Equipment installation drawings Electrical clearance studies Earthing layouts Busbar arrangements Cable routing drawings Design layouts for AIS and GIS substations. Ensure plant designs comply with: National Grid Technical Specifications Electricity Transmission standards IEC, BS EN, and industry regulations CDM Regulations Technical Leadership Provide technical guidance to engineers and designers. Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, and constructability assessments. Resolve technical queries during engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. Review vendor drawings and equipment data for compliance. Project Delivery Support project teams through FEED, detailed design, construction, and commissioning stages. Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering interfaces (Civil, Protection & Control, Mechanical, and Primary Design). Ensure deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and to required quality standards. Stakeholder Management Liaise with National Grid, DNOs, consultants, contractors, and equipment manufacturers. Attend technical meetings and client design review workshops. Support project approvals and design submissions. Essential Qualifications Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering discipline. Membership of a professional institution (IET preferred). Working towards or holding Chartered Engineer (CEng) status. Essential Experience Significant experience in HV substation primary plant design. Proven experience on National Grid transmission projects. Strong knowledge and practical application of National Grid SR188 Substation Layout Design Guidance. Experience designing substations within: 132kV 275kV 400kV transmission networks Experience with AIS and GIS substations. Familiarity with National Grid design standards and policies. Experience reviewing supplier and contractor designs. Technical Skills National Grid Standards SR188 Substation Layout Design Engineering Technical Specifications (ETS) National Grid Transmission procedures Electrical safety clearances and insulation coordination Design Knowledge Primary plant design Busbar configurations Switchgear layouts Power transformers Reactors CTs, VTs, CVTs Disconnectors and circuit breakers Surge arresters Earthing systems Software AutoCAD MicroStation (preferred) Autodesk products CYMCAP (desirable) CDEGS (desirable) MS Office Suite Key Competencies Strong analytical and engineering problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Ability to work independently and lead technical work packages. Strong understanding of safety-by-design principles. Attention to detail and commitment to engineering quality. Desirable Experience National Grid EPC or framework projects. Offshore or renewable grid connection projects. Protection and Control interface knowledge. BIM and digital engineering experience. Experience supporting construction and commissioning activities. Typical Deliverables Substation General Arrangement Drawings SR188-Compliant Layouts Equipment Clearance Studies Earthing Layouts Design Risk Assessments Technical Specifications Bill of Materials Design Reports Construction Support Documentation Apply Morson Edge HR Services, Recruitment & Selection 100 Jobs Similar Primary / Hv Plant Design Engineer Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer Atkins Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Controls Engineer Omega Resource Group Alstone, Tewkesbury (GL20) £55k per year 2 days ago Senior Protection and Control Design Engineer AECOM Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Electrical Design Engineer Morson Edge Eccles, Manchester (M30) Market related 1 month ago Senior Principal Electrical Engineer - Water Sector Stantec Derby, Derbyshire 2 weeks ago Electrical Design Engineer JAM Recruitment Ltd Manchester (M1), M1 £55000 - £65000 per annum 1 month ago Electronics Design Engineer Morson Edge Greater Manchester £50k - 60k per year + Excellent Benefits 3 weeks ago Principal Substation Primary (HV Plant) Design Engineer Atkins Epsom, Surrey 2 weeks ago Senior Substation Secondary (PandC) Design Engineer Atkins Birmingham, West Midlands 2 weeks ago Experienced SoC Design Engineer ARM Manchester, Greater Manchester 2 weeks ago Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer jobs Primary / HV Plant Design Engineer jobs in Manchester Engineering jobs Engineering jobs in Manchester Design jobs Design jobs in Manchester Jobs in Manchester Full Time jobs Weekend jobs Retail jobs Summer jobs NHS jobs Night Shift jobs Apprenticeship jobs Immediate Start jobs Warehouse jobs Cleaning jobs No Experience jobs Remote jobs Admin jobs Administration jobs Apprenticeships jobs Tesco jobs Get hired. 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