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Principal Design Engineer

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Linxon

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Engineering
    Design
  • Birmingham
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, extensive substation design experience, PD/LCDAE certification, CEng status, strong communication skills, and knowledge of system studies and engineering tools.
  • You will lead engineering activities, manage teams, coordinate designs, handle site queries, oversee budgets, develop technical solutions, and ensure compliance with specifications and standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor or master’s in electrical engineering or equivalent
  • Extensive years substation engineering experience in utilities. Knowledge of required NG, SSEN & SPEN requirements and standards.
  • Principal designer (PD) / LCDAE certification from National Grid.
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it
  • Result orientated team player with a proactive approach.
  • Excellent in communication, to interact with external and internal parties at all levels in a multi-cultural environment.
  • Expert knowledge in Substation design and engineering, Layouts, Primary design & calculations, Grounding & Lightning design, Steel design inputs, transformers, HV & MV Switchgear systems,
  • Knowledge of system studies like load flow, short circuit calculation; Single Line Diagrams, CT/VT calculations, Auxiliary Power Systems, power cables.
  • Knowledge of secondary engineering, protection and control system.
  • Experience in Installation & Commissioning is a plus.
  • Strong in MS Office, knowledge in MicroStation and AutoCAD is required.
  • Fluency in English – both written and spoken
  • Availability to travel 25 % of the time (domestic/international travel)
  • working in an office and on a construction site

Responsibilities

  • Overall responsible for managing & leading all engineering activities from project start till the As-Built stage with strict adherence to Project Specifications & Linxon standards including QA/QC, HSSE & Integrity.
  • Technical lead of large and complex EHV/HV Air & Gas Insulated Substation (AIS & GIS) projects in UK.
  • Instruct, supervise & coordinate engineering teams within Linxon (local & remote), internal & external partners, sub-suppliers, secondary engineers & civil engineers.
  • Provide information for civil designs and coordination of interfaces between construction planning, steel structure engineering, protection and control system, auxiliary power system and all equipment suppliers for the project.
  • Participate in technical discussions with customers and suppliers, handle site queries and take necessary actions up to as-built documentation.
  • Engineering budget, schedule, forecast, risk & change management activities.
  • Technical claim management & supporting PM/Contracting/Operation management team.
  • Provide technical solution for substations comprising Single line diagram, technical information, layouts and associated detail drawings and documents by established applicable standards, processes and customer specifications through allocated resources locally and in other business units.
  • Develop technical concepts, technical specifications, selection of equipment and connection material considering costs, quality, international standards, and material.
  • Provide technical calculations, technical purchasing specification and schedules for all equipment for projects or tenders.
  • Prepare bill of quantities & cost estimation, deviations & clarifications for technical solutions.
  • Review of Suppliers design, Factory acceptance test plans, attend factory & site tests.
  • Provide technical support and to develop tender scheme options and related project scope documents.

FAQs

What is the location for the Principal Design Engineer position?

The position is located in Birmingham or Glasgow, United Kingdom.

What types of projects will the Principal Design Engineer work on?

The Principal Design Engineer will work on a wide range of National Grid, SSEN, and SPEN substation projects.

What is the primary focus of this role?

The primary focus of this role is project and tender engineering, including electro-mechanical design for HV substation design and construction projects.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor or Master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent is required, along with extensive substation engineering experience in utilities.

Is there a certification requirement for this role?

Yes, Principal Designer (PD) or LCDAE certification from National Grid is required.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, having Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards it is desired, indicating opportunities for professional growth.

What skills are essential for the Principal Design Engineer position?

Essential skills include expert knowledge in substation design, excellent communication abilities, experience with system studies, and proficiency in MS Office, MicroStation, and AutoCAD.

Will the role require travel?

Yes, the role requires availability to travel 25% of the time, both domestically and internationally.

Is experience in installation and commissioning important for this position?

Yes, experience in installation and commissioning is considered a plus for this role.

What is Linxon's vision as a company?

Linxon's vision is to deliver the best market offering for turnkey substation projects through world-class power technologies and competence in managing infrastructure projects.

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Linxon

Turnkey substations

Real Estate
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2018
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Welcome to Linxon, a joint venture by SNC-Lavalin and Hitachi Energy. We specialize in turnkey electrical AC substation projects for renewable and conventional power generation, power transmission, and transportation & electrification solutions. Our services include project design, engineering, procurement, construction, management, commissioning, and after-sales support. Join us as we shape the future of energy. Connect with Linxon on LinkedIn for industry insights and opportunities.

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