8 hv transmission engineering lead jobs found

Location: Remote (UK‑wide) with occasional office/site travel Contract: Until end of 2026, Outside IR35, with strong likelihood of extension Start: ASAP Overview We are seeking an experienced HV Transmission Engineering Lead to oversee the technical delivery of major UK transmission and substation projects. This role involves leading a multidisciplinary electrical design team, managing engineering governance, and ensuring high‑quality, technically compliant outputs across complex HV projects. You will act as the senior technical point of contact, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders throughout all phases of the project lifecycle - from tendering and design development through to construction support and handover. The role offers predominantly remote working with flexibility for travel to offices and project sites across the UK when required. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of electrical engineering design for...

Our client is pursuing several HV Transmission opportunities with National Grid. As the HV Transmission Engineering Lead, you will head a team of electrical engineers and designers within our client's in-house Engineering Services team. You will be responsible for managing the electrical engineering delivery for the design of major Transmission projects across the UK, working closely with other engineering disciplines, sector teams and commercial functions throughout the project lifecycle from tendering and preconstruction through to construction and handover. This contract role offers a hybrid working arrangement predominantly based in London, Manchester or Aberdeen with a requirement to occasionally work at multiple locations throughout the UK depending on contract needs. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the primary liaison between the Engineering Services team and other departments as well as external supply chain partners across our client's portfolio of HV Transmission...

Outside IR35 Role Overview My client is seeking an HV Transmission Engineering Lead to manage electrical engineering delivery for major UK transmission projects supporting National Grid programmes. You will lead engineering design teams, working across disciplines, stakeholders and supply chain partners throughout the project lifecycle from tendering through to construction and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of electrical engineering design across HV Transmission projects. Act as main interface between engineering teams, stakeholders and suppliers. Manage design progress, risks, budgets and programme performance. Forecast and manage engineering resource requirements. Ensure technical compliance, quality assurance and regulatory standards are met. Support bids and business development opportunities. Promote safety in design, continuous improvement and effective change management. Experience Required Proven HV Transmission engineering delivery experience. Recent...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Lead Secondary Engineer (P+C) on a 6 Month Contract, based in Glasgow/ Hybrid Role Summary The Lead Secondary Engineer (P+C) will lead and work in a skilled team on a wide range of SSEN & SPEN substation projects. The position will focus on the project and tender engineering and its interfaces and scope of work involved in HV to meet customer needs, legislative demands and standards. * Overall responsible for managing & leading all secondary engineering activities from project start till the As-Built stage with strict adherence to Project Specifications & our standards including QA/QC, HSSE & Integrity. * Instruct, supervise & coordinate with other engineering team within the company (local & remote), internal & external partners, sub-suppliers, secondary engineers & civil engineers. * Review of P&C design packages as per NG/ET/SR188 * Input to the development of the DID * Submitting...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Principal Design Engineer on a 6 Month Rolling Contract, based in Glasgow. Role Summary Principal Design Engineer will lead and work in a skilled team on a wide range of transmission substation projects. The position will focus on the project and tender engineering and its interfaces and scope of work involved in HV - substation design to meet customer needs, legislative demands and standards. * Overall responsible for managing & leading all engineering activities from early project engagement through to the As-Built stage with strict adherence to Project Specifications & standards including QA/QC, HSSE & Integrity. * Technical lead of large and complex EHV/HV Air & Gas Insulated Substation (AIS & GIS) projects in UK. * Supervise, coordinate & provide guidance to engineering teams within the company (local & remote), internal & external partners, sub-suppliers, secondary engineers & civil...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Lead Primary Engineer on a 6 month Rolling contract based In Glasgow. Role Summary The Primary Engineer will be a member of our UK Engineering Team and will contribute towards the effective execution of the primary engineering functions within projects and tenders. Primary Engineer will lead and work in a skilled team on a wide range of SSEN & SPEN substation projects. Requirements · Bachelor or Master’s in electrical engineering or equivalent · Extensive substation engineering experience in utilities, particularly in transmission electrical networks. · Knowledge of SSEN & SPEN requirements, policies and standards. Competencies/ Skills Required: · Result orientated team player with a proactive approach. · Excellent in communication, to interact with external and internal parties at all levels in a multi-cultural environment. · Expert knowledge in Substation primary design and engineering, Layouts, Grounding & Lightning...

We have a current opportunity for multiple Senior Planning individuals to join one of our clients across various T&D projects in Scotland. Role: Senior Planner / Planning Manager Locations: Isle of Skye, Elgin & Tealing (roles available across all three) Work Pattern: Hybrid - weekly site travel with some wfh opportunity Sector: Transmission & Distribution (T&D) / Energy Infrastructure About the Opportunity We are supporting a major client delivering several high‑profile Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects across Scotland. As part of their continued growth across the network, we are looking to speak with experienced Senior Planners / Planning Managers who have strong backgrounds in planning major HV, substation, OHL, or cable route projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join long-term energy infrastructure works critical to Scotland's grid upgrade and future resilience. Key Responsibilities Lead project planning activities across...

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for Commissioning Engineer on a 4 Month Contract, based in Scotland. Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer to support the delivery and energisation of a 275kV substation project. The successful candidate will be responsible for the testing, commissioning, and handover of high-voltage plant and protection systems, ensuring compliance with National Grid/SSE/UKPN and project-specific technical standards. Key Responsibilities * Lead and execute commissioning activities on 275kV AIS/GIS substations in accordance with approved commissioning procedures and safety rules. * Carry out testing and commissioning of HV switchgear and circuit breakers (SF6, vacuum, GIS/AIS) including timing tests, contact resistance, functional checks, and interlocking verification. * Perform commissioning of power transformers (275kV/132kV or 275kV/33kV) including pre-energisation checks, ratio testing, vector group verification,...