Mane Contract Services
Principal Design Engineer
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Principal Substation Secondary (P&C) Design Engineer
Location: Birmingham
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Rate: £90- 95 / hour
Security Clearance: BPSS Required
Work Rights: Must have the right to work in the UK
About the Role
Are you a senior Electrical Engineering professional ready to shape technical excellence on major high-voltage (HV) electricity transmission projects? We are seeking a Principal Substation Secondary (P&C) Design Engineer to lead front-end engineering design (FEED) and detailed design workstreams. In this role, you will balance high-level technical leadership with team mentorship, quality assurance, and client-facing stakeholder management across complex UK infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical Leadership: Lead P&C FEED and detailed design packages for major transmission-scale substation projects.
- Team & Line Management: Line manage, mentor, and upskill junior and mid-level engineers while supporting resource planning and workforce growth.
- Design & QA: Oversee, review, and assure all secondary plant/P&C design outputs, bid submissions, and technical packages for full compliance and integrity.
- Bids & Tenders: Act as Tender Manager for HV plant packages—preparing competitive technical offers, cost estimates, and resource plans.
- Stakeholder & Project Coordination: Chair hazard and design review meetings; coordinate across Civil, Structural, and Primary disciplines; and participate in site visits, FAT, and SAT as required.
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What We’re Looking For
- Education: Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
- Professional Status: Chartered Engineer (CEng through the IET) or actively on the path to chartership.
- Technical Expertise: Strong background in P&C substation design within the UK or international transmission/distribution sector.
- Standards Knowledge: Solid understanding of UK and international electrical codes (IEC, IEEE).
- Clearance: Must hold or be eligible to undergo BPSS Clearance.
- Soft Skills: Outstanding communication, team leadership, and the flexibility to engage with clients and travel to site when needed.
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Why Apply
This is a high-visibility, 12-month contract offering exposure to flagship transmission projects within a collaborative and progressive environment. You’ll play a critical role in developing future talent while setting the standard for technical delivery.
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