Civil/structural Principal Engineer – Transmission And Distribution / Substations

SILHRMS

Birmingham, United Kingdom
Competitive salaries; employee rewards tailored to...
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Degree qualified civil or structural engineer
Leading teams in front-end engineering design
Experience with ehv substation projects 33kv-400kv
This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector delivering outstanding projects as part of the Net Zero agenda

Job Summary

  • This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector delivering outstanding projects as part of the Net Zero agenda.
  • The successful candidate will provide technical leadership across a growing portfolio of Front End and Detailed Design projects for HV Substations up to 400kV.
  • Employees enjoy flexible and remote working policies designed to help them get the most out of life outside of work.

Matching Summary

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector delivering outstanding projects as part of the Net Zero agenda.

Salary

Competitive salaries; Employee rewards tailored to health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices; Training and professional development opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Degree qualified Civil or Structural Engineer
  • Leading teams in Front-End Engineering design
  • Experience with EHV substation projects 33kV-400kV
  • Steel and reinforced concrete design expertise
  • Knowledge of UK and international engineering codes

Nice-to-have

  • Chartered Engineer status with ICE or IStructE
  • Experience discharging Principal Designer duties CDM2015
  • Currently holding BP141 or TP141 HV Substation qualification
  • Experience working as LCDAE or CDAE
  • Ability to coach and develop junior engineers

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree (MEng/MSc) in Civil or Structural Engineering
  • Proven track record leading complex design delivery
  • Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and safety standards
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Capability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

Work Rights

Proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer may be required for security clearance

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