Senior Electrical Engineer – Transmission & Distribution

Senior Electrical Engineer – Transmission & Distribution LocationGlasgow / Edinburgh OverviewWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing Transmission & Distribution (T&D) team supporting major infrastructure projects across Scotland. The successful candidate will play a key role in the design, delivery, and technical leadership of high-voltage electrical projects associated with transmission networks, substations, and renewable energy integration.This position offers the opportunity to work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects that support the transition to a low-carbon energy system.Key Responsibilities• Lead and coordinate electrical engineering activities for transmission and distribution projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV.• Deliver engineering design packages for substations, grid connections, cable systems, and associated electrical infrastructure.• Provide technical oversight for HV plant design including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and auxiliary systems.• Review and approve electrical calculations, specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.• Support multidisciplinary project teams through feasibility, FEED, detailed design, construction, commissioning, and handover phases.• Interface with clients, utility providers, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.• Ensure compliance with relevant UK standards, Grid Code requirements, and health & safety legislation.• Mentor and support junior engineers and contribute to technical development within the engineering team.• Participate in design reviews, HAZID/HAZOP workshops, FAT/SAT activities, and commissioning support when required.• Support project planning, budgeting, risk management, and resource forecasting activities.Required Qualifications & Experience• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) or working toward chartership through a recognised institution such as Institution of Engineering and Technology.• Minimum 8–10 years of experience within transmission and distribution or power infrastructure projects.• Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and utility engineering practices.• Experience with HV substation design and/or overhead line and cable systems.• Familiarity with protection and control philosophies, earthing studies, load flow studies, and short-circuit analysis.• Proficiency in engineering software such as ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, AutoCAD, or equivalent tools.• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites across Scotland.Desirable Skills• Experience supporting renewable energy integration projects including wind, solar, or battery storage.• Knowledge of IEC standards and offshore transmission systems.Salary:85,000Location:Glasgow / Edinburgh Type:permanentSUBMIT CV

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