Senior Engineer (Design)

Overview

Develop and deliver Main Plant engineering solutions for 132kV+ transmission networks.

Key Responsibilities

• switchgear design
• transformer design
• technical assessment
• design review
• specification prep
• documentation

Tasks

-Provide engineering specialism in the field of Switchgear, Transformers and all other associated substation equipment. -Provide engineering specialism in the field of Switchgear, Transformers and all other associated substation equipment -Assess engineering documentation, feasibility and compliance with business requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects. -Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environment compliance and continuous improvement and liaise across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end integrated solutions. -Define Main Plant and ancillary apparatus requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation and advise on construction and outage programmes where required in relation to the Main Plant. -Responsible for technical assessment of tender submissions, preparation/review of Main Plant design drawings and specifications. -Provide technical support to the Project team on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of all switchgear, transformers and associated substation apparatus and lead the technical resolution of site/ construction switchgear and transformer issues. -Ensure the Main Plant and equipment proposed for the substation are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements. -Responsible for engineering documentation following quality processes to meet deliverables for PQP’s and BETTA. -Maintain an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice. Assist with evaluation and apply ‘new ideas’, technical developments, new equipment and alternative-working methods to provide cost savings, efficiencies and improved safety, reflected in review of policies and standards. -Responsible for technical assessment of tender submissions, preparation/review of Main Plant design. -Responsible for basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for Networks and all aspects of the Main Plant System.

Requirements

• engineering degree
• chartered engineer
• cdm
• health & safety
• electrical projects
• 33-400kv

What You Bring

-Having the ability to investigate and understand technical characteristics of substation plant and associated equipment. -An understanding in terms of the plant and equipment deployed for transmission networks and how it is operated / maintained. -Ability to implement, apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice in a design environment. -Degree in an Engineering discipline with relevant experience. -Good inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses. -Experience in the implementation of new technologies and engineering solutions to achieve reductions in project lifetime costs. -Engineering Degree with relevant experience -Chartered Engineer Status (or working towards). -UK driving licence -Proven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in one or more of the following areas at voltages from 33kV to 400kV: -Proven experience in electrical infrastructure projects

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Benefits

-Plus, shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more -Life Assurance (4x salary) -Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave -Healthcare benefit options including Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments -Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support -36 days annual leave -Share Schemes -Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases -Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving -Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

About Avangrid

-Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities. -Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states. -Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems. -Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades. -Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential. -Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade. -Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.

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