Senior Primary Design Engineer

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Northampton is looking for a Senior Primary Design Engineer to lead high-quality designs for HV substations. You will develop primary engineering solutions, mentor junior engineers, and liaise with project managers and clients. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid or remote working options, and a chance to grow within the company. Ideal candidates will have significant HV design experience and a degree in electrical engineering, along with excellent communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunities for career progression

Exposure to major infrastructure projects

Qualifications

• Significant experience in primary design within HV substations (e.g. 33kV–400kV).
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and review the work of others.
• Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of primary engineering solutions for HV substations.
• Produce and review primary design deliverables including layouts and specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers.

Skills

Primary design within HV substations

Knowledge of UK/international standards

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer to lead and deliver high-quality primary engineering designs for HV substations and power infrastructure projects. Working for the specialist power engineering arm of a FTSE 250 company, you will play a key role in technical delivery, mentoring junior engineers, and working closely with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

This role is available on a hybrid or remote basis, offering flexibility while remaining closely connected to project teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of primary engineering solutions for HV substations and associated infrastructure
• Produce and review primary design deliverables including layouts, GA drawings, equipment specifications, and technical reports
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, client specifications, and safety requirements
• Provide technical guidance, checking, and mentoring to junior engineers
• Interface with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
• Support project planning, cost estimates, and risk assessment
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards

About You

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Significant experience in primary design within HV substations (e.g. 33kV–400kV)
• Strong knowledge of UK / international standards and utility requirements
• Proven ability to lead design tasks and review the work of others
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Chartered or working towards Chartered Engineer status (desirable)

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid / remote working options
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Exposure to major infrastructure and energy transition projects
• Supportive and collaborative team environment, under the leadership of a supportive and inspiring manager

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply to Andrew Snelgrove at Deploy.

*salary based on skills and experience required for the role