Associate Director - Data Centres (hv Substation Design) - Uk
AECOM Australia PTY LTD
Newcastle, United Kingdom
On-site
Hv substation design experience
Data centre grid connection expertise
Feed and detailed design delivery
The role involves leading end-to-end HV substation design for hyperscale and co-location data centre clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe
Job Summary
The role involves leading end-to-end HV substation design for hyperscale and co-location data centre clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
Candidates must demonstrate lifecycle expertise from grid connection studies and concept design through to detailed design to meet power density demands.
AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model, career development opportunities, and access to industry-leading technology within a global team of over 50,000 professionals.
Matching Summary
The role involves leading end-to-end HV substation design for hyperscale and co-location data centre clients across the UK, Ireland, and Europe.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
HV substation design experience
Data centre grid connection expertise
FEED and detailed design delivery
National Grid standards knowledge
AIS and GIS plant understanding
Nice-to-have
HVDC or high-capacity interconnector knowledge
SCADA and protection control systems
Proposal and bid development skills
Mentoring junior engineers capability
Safety in design championing
Key Requirements
Experience in consultancy, contractor, or utility roles
Proven background with Data Centre Clients and TSOs
Understanding of N+1/N+2 redundancy expectations
Working knowledge of National Grid G99 and grid code compliance