Primary Design Engineer

Job Description Summary

• Join us and play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge HV/EHV substation projects across the globe.
• We’re looking for an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and is passionate about engineering excellence.
• In this role, you’ll shape the future of power infrastructure while working alongside talented teams on some of the most complex and impactful energy projects worldwide.

Job Description

As a Senior Primary Design Engineer, you will take a leading role in the design and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) substation projects. You’ll ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards while coordinating with global teams to meet project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Delivery

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• Lead and deliver primary plant designs for HV/EHV substations (AIS, GIS, and HVDC as applicable) in accordance with standards.
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• Develop and review a fully integrated 3D model, general arrangement drawings, section drawings, and layout designs.
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• Review and approve vendor drawings and specifications, ensuring alignment with project requirements.
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• Ensure high-quality and timely delivery of engineering outputs.

Leadership & Collaboration

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• Lead and coordinate remote global engineering teams within the GE Vernova Global Engineering Centre.
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• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and support to junior engineers.
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• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers to resolve technical queries.
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• Work closely with other functions including civil, protection & control, and system studies, valves, building services teams for fully integrated substation design.

Compliance & Quality

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• Ensure compliance with applicable national regulations, example for UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015).
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• Apply best practices in design for safety and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.
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• Ensure quality assurance and design governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

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• Degree in Electrical /Power/ Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
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• Proven experience in HV substation design.
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• Strong knowledge of UK Transmission (NG, SSE, SPEN, NGED, UKPN, etc.) and Distribution standards.
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• Proficiency in CAD and awareness of BIM/3D tools (Revit, Navisworks) advantageous.
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• Demonstrated experience in substation design covering both tender and execution phases.
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• Familiarity with CDM regulations and safe-by-design principles.
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• Excellent communication skills with ability to engage clients and stakeholders.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No