Principal / Lead Primary Engineer - HV Substations

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In short

→Líder técnico en diseño de subestaciones HV hasta 400kV en proyectos clave del Reino Unido.
→Diriges un equipo de ingenieros y técnicos CAD, con enfoque en calidad, mentoría y cumplimiento técnico.
→Destaca por liderar proyectos desde concepto hasta puesta en servicio, con impacto directo en la transición energética del país.

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What they ask for

✓Experiencia comprobada como ingeniero principal o líder en diseño de subestaciones HV.
✓Capacidad demostrada para liderar equipos de ingenieros y técnicos CAD.
✓Conocimiento profundo en diseño de sistemas primarios: SLDs, GIS/AIS, aisladores, compensación reactiva, etc.
✓Experiencia con estudios de coordinación de aislamiento, cortocircuitos y tierras.
✓Familiaridad con responsabilidades CDAE en proyectos de National Grid.
✓Habilidades de comunicación y colaboración con clientes y equipos multidisciplinarios.

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Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)GIS switchgearAIS switchgearShunt reactorsNERsReactive/capacitive compensatiBusbar designShort-circuit force calculatioCT sizingInsulation coordination

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Help Shape the Future of the UK's Energy Infrastructure BakerHicks has established itself as a trusted engineering partner within the UK's Transmission & Distribution sector, delivering major infrastructure projects for some of the country's leading utility clients. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Principal/Lead Primary Design Engineer - HV Substations to join our expanding Power team. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical energy infrastructure projects, leading technical excellence across complex HV substation designs up to 400kV. The Opportunity: Reporting to the HV Substation Team Leader, you will lead a team of Primary Design Engineers and CAD Technicians, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality engineering solutions and technical documentation. You will provide technical leadership across HV substation projects, support the development of junior engineers, and act as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders. You will also support business development activities by contributing technical input to tender submissions and helping secure future project opportunities. Why This Role: • Work on some of the UK's most significant Transmission & Distribution projects. • Be part of a business that is helping deliver the infrastructure required for the UK's energy transition. • Lead and mentor a growing team of engineers and technicians. • Work closely with major utility clients including National Grid, SSEN, Scottish Power, UKPN, ENWL and others. • Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression, technical leadership and professional development. • Collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering environment where innovation and new ideas are actively encouraged. • See projects progress through the full lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction and energisation. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership • Lead the delivery of primary engineering design for HV substation projects up to 400kV. • Manage and mentor a team of engineers and CAD technicians. • Ensure the quality, accuracy and consistency of project deliverables. • Support and develop junior engineers through coaching and technical guidance. • Provide technical oversight and approval of engineering work. • Take ownership of HV Plant CDAE responsibilities on National Grid projects where applicable. Design & Engineering Prepare, review and approve: • Primary layouts and elevations. • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs). • Transformer sizing and specifications. • GIS and AIS switchgear designs. • Shunt reactors, NERs and reactive/capacitive compensation schemes. • Switchroom layouts. • CT sizing calculations. • Busbar design and short-circuit force calculations. • Busbar and connector specifications. • LVAC systems for substations. • Earthing studies and earth return current calculations. • Insulation coordination studies. • Mechanical interlocking schemes. • Equipment technical specifications. • Type registration documentation. • Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities. Project Delivery • Manage programme, budget and quality requirements for engineering deliverables. • Prepare, review and approve feasibility studies, outline designs, detailed designs and technical reports. • Review and approve construction drawings and technical documentation. • Coordinate internal teams

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