Substation Project Engineer

Candidates must be degree qualified electrical engineers to be considered for this role. Previous Transmission experience required. Substation project engineer experience up to 400kV Proven experience in high-voltage…

Engineering
Pay rate £750 – £751/day
Contract type Contract
Posted 11 August 2026

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About this contract

Candidates must be degree qualified electrical engineers to be considered for this role.
Previous Transmission experience required.
Substation project engineer experience up to 400kV
Proven experience in high-voltage substation design, operation, and maintenance.
Proficiency in project management
Strong understanding of health and safety regulations

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

- Creating outline scope, site location plans, primary plant layout and Single Line Diagrams for new build and asset replacement type projects, operating up to 400kV.

- Reviewing contractor/consultants detailed designs and witnessing Factory Acceptance Testing.

- Implementing safety by design principles to ensure that engineering and safety risks are adequately controlled.

- Support site and operational teams to ensure the quality of installations, with minimal risk to Network security.

- Evaluate tenders and procure and manage specialist services from consultants

ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit

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