Civil/Structural Technical Authority – Transmission and Distribution / Substations

Description

• Developing the discipline strategy, technical delivery and assurance across a growing portfolio of Front End and Detailed Design projects for AIS/GIS HV Substations (upto 400kV), HVDC converter stations.
• Provide Technical Leadership on the FEED and Detail Design workstream for National Grid, SSEN-Transmission or other Transmission & Distribution clients.
• The Civil Engineering Technical Authority will be accountable for engineering design and management within their discipline, leading a team to deliver high-quality solutions while ensuring compliance with project and company requirements. This is a senior appointment where the candidate will report to the Engineering Delivery Manager.
• Ensuring compliance with National Grid / SSEN standards;
• Leading discipline improvement initiatives and tools development.

Requirements

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and innovation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Currently hold BP141 / TP141 HV Substation qualification or equivalent authorised or ability to do so
• You will be working in a senior position based either in Epsom, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow or remotely.
• Maintain existing and develop new client relationships. Experience in coaching and developing junior engineers/designers. Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
• Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, safety standards, and environmental compliance.
• Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
• An appreciation of delivery and assurance of technically compliant design deliverables in accordance with the input requirements, and ability to identify design issues.
• Chartered Engineer and a Member of ICE or IStructE is desirable.
• Customer-focused mindset and capability to deliver results within budget and timelines.
• Strong technical background, with experience of steel and reinforced concrete design using industry recognised software, relevant UK and international codes/standards
• Track record of leading teams in the delivery of Front-End Engineering and design or Detailed Design of EHV (33kV-400kV) substation projects.
• Exceptional communication and organisational abilities.
• You have a proven track record of leading others to produce complex designs and drawings to applicable engineering codes and standards. You are comfortable working in new and changing environments and have a desire to contribute to the success of the business. You are comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels both internally and externally.
• Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. You'll enjoy working with others, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices.
• Demonstratable experience in working as LCDAE or CDAE.
• Proven experience of discharging Principal Designer duties in accordance with CDM2015.
• Degree qualified. Master's degree (MEng/MSc) qualified Civil or Structural Engineer.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance