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Substation Design Engineer in Castleford

Energy Jobline ZR, Castleford, Idaho, United States, 83321

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Job Description

Substation Design Engineer – Major Projects

Location: Yorkshire & North East

Directorate: Energy Systems

Job Ref No: R7040

Do you want to help power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?

Do you want to help power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?

Looking for a role where your expertise can truly make an impact? We’re on the hunt for a passionate Substation Design Engineer to join our Major Projects team at Northern Powergrid.

If you have experience in CAD design for substations from 11kV to 132kV, this is your chance to play a vital role in shaping projects from feasibility to construction.

At Northern Powergrid, we’re all about keeping the power flowing for 3.9 million homes and businesses. With our customer focused approach, we work as one team, solving challenges and delivering real results. As a Substation Design Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing substation projects—from feasibility to construction—using industry-leading engineering standards.

Along with a competitive salary of between

£53,711 - £73,451

we also offer great benefits such as;

Enrolment into our pension scheme

25 days holiday (rising with service) plus bank holidays

Car allowance / company car scheme

Excellent opportunities for career growth

We are excited to hear from candidates with a passion for our company, the energy industry and a desire to succeed.

Key Responsibilities

The design of electrical distribution substations from 11kV up to 132kV

Design of substations across full project life cycle, from feasibility studies to detailed construction designs.

Undertake the role of ‘Designer’ under the CDM regulations and production of a designer’s risk assessment for each project

Visit substations to establish the existing site layout, produce as-built drawings, assess project requirements, and then produce detailed design drawings for all aspects from 11kV switch rooms up to 132kV compound layouts

Key Competencies

Engineering knowledge of substation design and construction

Knowledge of Standards associated with EHV substation design up to 132kV

Knowledge of engineering standards associated with EHV substation plant

Ability to manage and prioritise work to ensure project timescales are met

The necessary background experience and technical knowledge to attain Competent Person status as defined in the Company’s Distribution Safety Rules to facilitate personal access to the Company’s operational sites

Qualifications & Attributes

At least an HNC level qualification within a relevant subject or equivalent experience

A full and valid driving licence is essential

Knowledge of EHV power systems, safety procedures and engineering requirements

Knowledge of civil engineering aspects of substation construction

Proficient with CAD drawing software Bentley MicroStation or AutoCAD

Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.

Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, , or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

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