HV Plant Design Engineer

Job title - Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer Location: Remote Contract length: 12 months Rate: Competitive - PAYE or Umbrella - Inside IR35 Randstad Sourceright, a leading provider of RPO & MSP Recruitment Services is currently recruiting for a Principal Primary HV Plant Design Engineer to work for Balfour Beatty within their Power division. The Role: The main function of the role is to lead the HV Primary Engineering design delivery for electrical substation projects on the transmission network up to a voltages of 400kV with the assistance of the Design Engineers and Designers. Preferably you will have previous experience of undertaking TP137 Contractors Design Approval Engineers (CDAE) for National Grid projects or be in a position where they could be put forward for authorisation. In addition, the Principal Plant Engineer would assist the Design Delivery Managers in the day to day running of the engineers and technicians teams. The role also includes leading the team in planning and procurement responsibilities for delivery of substation projects. The team is flexible and you can be based in various locations across the UK. Key accountabilities: * Lead the Design team to deliver design to the Customer specification requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant National / International Standards and legislation. * Check and approve HV plant design deliverables e.g. single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc. * Lead Design work with due regard to Health & Safety Procedures and the Company’s obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations. Any perceived risks and mitigation measures should be advised to the Engineering Manager for effective action. * Ensure all required models and drawings have an adequate level of review and approval including the supplier and subcontractor supply chains. Incorporating the best practice of BIM as established in the Engineering team. * Lead the technical direction of the engineering team, taking best practice and industry developments into engineering methodology. Key Skills and experience required: * Microsoft Office packages * Lots of experience in a Design Office environment * Liaising with customers and suppliers * Calculations to demonstrate integrity of designs * Overall design and specification of electrical power systems and associated power system components * Experience as a senior HV Substation Primary Plant Design Engineer * Basic understanding of P&C aspects preferable. * TP141 HV Substation qualification TP137 / SR188 Contractor Design Assurance Engineer experience is an advantage. * Proven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in HV substation equipments e.g. HV plant, transformers etc. * BIM 360 experience and knowledge Essential experience: * Detailed design of substation works Desirable experience: * National Grid exposure * TP 137 / SR 188 Principal Designer Representative (Design & Build) experience * Chartered Engineer (IET) * Autocad * Team lead experience would be a benefit We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. While the hiring process may not be expedited, we urge all interested candidates to submit their applications promptly to ensure their consideration. To apply, please follow the instructions on our application portal. We look forward to receiving your application