Substation Project Engineer

Substation Project Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Substation Project Engineer to support the delivery of high-voltage transmission projects up to 400kV. This role focuses on engineering design oversight, assurance, and technical governance across both new-build and asset-replacement schemes.

• Location: Home-based, with infrequent site/factory/office visits (typically less than once per month)
• Duration: 6-month contract, potential extension
• Day Rate: £700-£750 (PAYE Umbrella)

As a Substation Project Engineer, you will provide technical leadership across project development and delivery, ensuring engineering quality, safety, and compliance with transmission standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Producing outline scopes, site layout plans, primary plant layouts, and single line diagrams for substations up to 400kV.
• Reviewing contractor and consultant detailed designs, as well as witnessing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Applying safety-by-design principles to mitigate engineering and operational risks.
• Supporting site and operational teams to ensure installation quality and protect network security.
• Evaluating tenders and managing specialist engineering service providers.

• Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer
• Minimum 3+ years' experience as a Substation Project Engineer working up to 400kV
• Proven expertise in high-voltage substation design, operation, and maintenance
• Strong UK transmission network experience (experience with UK utilities highly desirable)
• Competence in project management and design review
• Solid understanding of health and safety regulations

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.