Senior EHV / HV Substation Engineer
| Company: | Ecruit |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £-1 - £-1 |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Leeds (City and Borough of Leeds, England), LS1 2HT |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 9 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 8 Aug 2026 |
Summary
Senior EHV / HV Substation Engineer –Up to £90,000 + Excellent Benefits– Leeds, West Yorkshire
The Role
Are you an experienced engineer who enjoys leading complex EHV/HV substation projects from concept through to commissioning? Would you like to work on major renewable energy, battery storage and transmission projects that are helping shape the UK's energy future? If so, this opportunity could be exactly what you're looking for.
As a
Senior EHV / HV Substation Engineer
, you'll join Primary Power Consulting, a growing specialist consultancy delivering high-profile projects across the UK energy sector.
Working alongside highly experienced engineers, you'll provide technical leadership and coordinate the successful delivery of projects ranging from distribution networks through to transmission-connected infrastructure. Every day brings something different, with opportunities to work on renewable energy developments, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid connections and new-build substations.
This is an excellent opportunity to expand your technical expertise, share your knowledge with junior engineers and play a meaningful role in the UK's transition to a more sustainable energy network.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career, apply today and help build the infrastructure powering the UK's future.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the engineering and technical delivery of EHV/HV substation projects up to and including 132kV
Produce and review detailed primary and secondary electrical designs
Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, layouts, single-line diagrams and equipment schedules
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities across design and commissioning teams
Attend client meetings, technical reviews and project workshops
Support feasibility studies, FEED engineering and detailed design activities
Provide technical guidance during bids and tender submissions
Mentor junior engineers and encourage their professional development
Ensure projects meet quality, safety, programme and contractual requirements
The Company
A UK-based team of electrical designers, project managers and engineers with a reputation for providing success, Primary Power are dedicated to delivering professional expertise for EHV, HV and LV schemes across a range of sectors.
The Benefits
Salary up to £90,000, depending on experience
Annual bonus
Car allowance
Private health insurance
Pension contribution
Death in Service cover (3x salary)
33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays
Hybrid and flexible working
Chartership support and ongoing professional development
Clear career progression into technical or leadership roles
Friendly, collaborative working environment
Overtime opportunities where applicable
The Person
Extensive experience in EHV/HV substation engineering up to 132kV
A degree, HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Experience delivering projects for National Grid, DNOs, ICPs, renewable energy developers or engineering consultancies
Strong knowledge of primary plant, transformers, switchgear, cables and associated systems
Experience producing or reviewing detailed substation designs
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
The ability to coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams
A proactive approach and commitment to quality, safety and continuous improvement
A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK
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