Overview

Let\'s secure the future of energy. We\'re proud of our collaborative environment where everyone\'s voice is valued and treated equally. We offer flexible and remote working policies to help you balance life and work. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks play a crucial role in delivering renewable energy, with substantial investments in transmission. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, delivering outstanding projects and contributing to Net Zero. Our team supports Transmission and Distribution sectors across the UK and other energy and infrastructure areas. We are growing our Electrical Engineering team and recruiting a Principal Engineer in Electrical Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Work in a senior position within one of our Electrical Engineering teams based in Epsom, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow or remotely.
• Build strong, trusted relationships and interface with clients at sites or from our offices; be client focused and convert opportunities into successful workstreams.
• Provide technical leadership on the FEED and Detail Design workstreams for Grid, SSEN-Transmission or other Transmission & Distribution clients.
• Ensure quality assurance and delivery of FEED, Detailed Design and bids; manage resources and training for FEED and detailed design work for Grid.
• Act as BP141 (former TP141) / equivalent assurance engineer where required; candidates pursuing BP141 HV Plant / Substation qualification will be considered.
• Review HV plant aspects of projects (layouts, elevations, maintenance access drawings, earthing design, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations, and technical specifications); act as Principal Designer Representative when required.
• Coordinate with back-office engineers, sub-contractors and suppliers; manage tender packages and HV plant aspects of technical offers.
• Attend and chair Design Review and Hazard Review meetings; review HV plant design packages; participate in site visits, FAT and SAT as needed; demonstrate strong communication and teamwork.
• Be customer-focused, identify client needs, and apply business development skills.

What you can bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; experience in Substations Design in the UK Transmission sector.
• Chartered Engineer through the IET, or working towards.
• Experience in a leadership/management position in a similar environment.
• Strong understanding and leadership of engineering projects through asset lifecycles.
• Track record of leading teams in FEED or Detailed Design for EHV (132kV-400kV) substations.
• Experience with client organisations such as transmission system owners/operators or distribution network operators, or design consultancies delivering to them.
• BP141 / TP141 HV Substation qualification or equivalent, or ability to obtain; ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships; experience coaching junior engineers; willingness to travel to client sites when required.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines, manage competing priorities, and ensure delivery; right to work in the UK.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are ranked as a top employer on LinkedIn and Times Top 50 for women. Our Infrastructure team uses innovation and data to deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. We challenge the status quo and commit to engineering better for people and the planet through our Net-Zero programmes and community initiatives. We support diversity and inclusion through employee networks and inclusive policies.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance; offers depend on obtaining the relevant level. Vetting is conducted by UKSV and may require proof of UK residence for five years or longer. Do not mention any security clearance details in your application or CV.

Equality and opportunities

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive community. We offer family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.

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