Lead Substation Design Engineer – UK HV & FEED

Advance Training & Recruitment Services; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to drive technical excellence in high-impact energy projects. You will manage a team of engineers, ensuring quality design for electricity transmission substations. The successful candidate has robust experience in technical leadership and excellent communication skills, with a degree in Electrical Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits, supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements

Flexible holiday allowances

Qualifications

• Experience managing and leading technical engineering teams.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
• Proven experience in primary plant design for UK substations.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of electrical engineers, providing mentorship and support.
• Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for substations.
• Oversee quality assurance in engineering submissions.

Skills

Technical leadership

People management

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

HND or degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical codes and standards (IEC, IEEE)

Job description

A leading energy consultancy in Glasgow is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to drive technical excellence in high-impact energy projects. You will manage a team of engineers, ensuring quality design for electricity transmission substations. The successful candidate has robust experience in technical leadership and excellent communication skills, with a degree in Electrical Engineering. The role offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits, supporting a healthy work-life balance.