Principal Electrical Engineer - #1750975

Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Leeds, Newcastle, or Westhill | Full-time | 37.5 hrs/week

Contract Position | Senior Grade

A leading engineering and infrastructure consultancy is seeking an experienced Principal Primary Design Engineer to join their Power Transmission & Distribution division. This role offers the opportunity to lead major HV substation projects (up to 400kV), manage design teams, and influence the technical direction of high-impact energy infrastructure across the UK.

The Role:

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the delivery of HV Primary Engineering designs for substation projects.


• Approve key design deliverables including SLDs, layouts, earthing designs, and SC force calculations.


• Ensure designs meet all client specifications, industry standards, and safety legislation (including CDM regulations).


• Provide technical oversight and mentorship to engineers and technicians.


• Collaborate with project managers, civil, protection, and cabling teams to ensure seamless design integration.


• Contribute to project planning, resource allocation, and procurement support.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.


• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership.


• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in HV substation primary plant design.


• Proficient in AIS/GIS substation layouts up to 400kV.


• Knowledge of CDM regulations and ideally CDAE or TP141 qualified.


• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing design teams.


• Familiarity with BIM tools (e.g., BIM 360) is an advantage.

What's on Offer:

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects.


• Clear technical leadership role within a respected engineering division.


• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Support for professional development and career progression.

Interested?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong, forward-thinking design engineer ready to step into a strategic and influential role. To find out more or apply, please get in touch with the recruitment team today.