Overview

Principal/Senior or Experienced HV Plant Design Engineer (Substation Design) at Stantec, based in High Wycombe, United Kingdom. Join our Energy team to lead and contribute to HV substation design projects across the country, including FEED and detailed design for refurbishment, extensions, and new-builds.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support FEED design and detailed design for HV substations and primary plant projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions for HV substation design, including connections schemes, HVDC, interconnectors, windfarms, OHL, geotechnical solutions, building design, protection systems, LVAC, and new builds or refurbishments.
• Work with key T&D clients in the UK, providing coaching within the energy team and promoting innovative, sustainable, and efficient design solutions.
• Contribute to developing and applying industry best practices, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with energy transition goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• Experience as HV Substation / Primary Plant Design Engineer with design and specification production for HV Substation power systems and components.
• Understanding of protection and control (P&C) concepts is preferable.
• Proactive, collaborative, and able to coach and work within a growing energy team; strong communication and knowledge-sharing skills.
• Open to candidates from related technical backgrounds with willingness to learn; Stantec supports training and development.

Why Join Us

The friendly, collaborative culture at Stantec, competitive salary, pension, private medical insurance, gym discounts, hybrid and flexible working, industry-leading training, and engaging projects. We are committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and supporting all candidates through the process.

About Stantec

Stantec unites more than 31,000 employees across 450 locations in 6 continents. We plan, design, deliver and manage development and infrastructure to create sustainable, healthy communities. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination on any basis. We strive for an inclusive environment and support applicants with adjustments as needed during recruitment. For accessibility support, contact careers.UK@stantec.com.