Mane Contract Services
Lead HV Main Plant Engineer
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Lead HV Main Plant Engineer
Location: Glasgow
Sector: Power & Renewables
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Lead HV Main Plant Engineer to lead the design and delivery of high-voltage (33kV–400kV) substation primary plant systems. You'll provide technical leadership across multiple projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, efficient, and compliant engineering solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of HV primary plant systems for substations.
- Take technical ownership of design packages across multiple projects.
- Design and specify key equipment including busbars, circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, and associated steelwork.
- Develop and review substation layouts and ensure compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
- Mentor engineers and provide technical guidance across the team.
- Coordinate with civil, protection, control, and secondary engineering disciplines.
- Support design reviews, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
- Engage with clients and stakeholders while driving engineering best practices.
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- Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 8+ years' experience in HV substation primary plant design.
- Previous experience in a lead or senior engineering role.
- Strong knowledge of AIS/GIS substations, UK National Grid, and IEC standards.
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Bentley Substation, or similar design software.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
- Chartered Engineer status (or working towards it) is desirable.
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