Principal / Lead Primary Engineer - HV Substations

About this role

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