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Home Oferty Principal Substation (Primary Design) Engineer – UK Grid Network
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Principal Substation (Primary Design) Engineer – UK Grid Network NEW

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Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking a Principal Primary Substation Engineer to support a range of high-profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients
  • Ensure quality assurance and timely delivery of design packages and bids
  • Review HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing, interlocking, busbar calculations, and specifications
  • Coordinate with back-office engineers, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Attend and contribute to design reviews, hazard reviews, FAT and SAT
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
  • Support tendering activities and contribute to technical offers
  • Maintain strong client relationships and support business development
Here’s what you’ll need
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
  • Proven experience in HV substation design (132kV–400kV), ideally within UK transmission and distribution environments
  • Familiarity with National Grid and DNO standards and processes
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical workstreams and contribute to strategic project delivery

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