The Role
We are seeking a high performing individual with a specific specialism in substation design for electricity networks. Our projects include onshore and offshore generation (particularly solar PV, wind and BESS) connection projects. We also work with onshore Transmission Owners and Distribution Network Operators to deliver a variety of projects.
Our work often involves the development of potential connection solutions for our clients, followed by preparation of single line diagrams, substation layouts and elevations, key line diagrams etc. Projects range from distribution to transmission level and include Solar PV, BESS and wind farm connections.
This position is for a Lead Substation Design Engineer with significant experience in carrying our substation design, ideally at Transmission and Distribution voltages. The ideal applicant will also have some experience in Power Systems Studies as well as an interest in carrying out or leading some of these studies.
You will also be interested in training and developing our staff internally, fostering a collaborative approach. You will also be well versed in communicating with clients and other stakeholders.
The Individual
The following capabilities and experience are desired for this role:
- 5+ years’ experience within the electricity networks industry.
- Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering subject.
- Strong Substation Design experience, using tools such as AutoCAD (Primary Plant experience is essential)
- Specification of primary plant equipment
- Understanding of protection schemes and control & interlocking philosophies
- Strong understanding of UK codes and standards at transmission and distribution
- Understanding and compliance with Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) regulations
- Ability to carry out independent engineering design reviews, including review of the equipment specified, optimal plant configurations, checking design versus relevant specifications etc
- Excellent report writing skills.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with others.
- Client focussed with the ability to manage and grow positive relationship with demanding clients.
Base Location
London, Glasgow or Slaithwaite (West Yorkshire) for UK-based applicants. Please note flexible working including working from home (or partial working from home) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Working Pattern
At Blake Clough we recognise that flexible working is important to our people and offers a lifestyle where work can be balanced effectively with your personal life. As such, we are looking for a passionate engineer to join us full time with flexible working patterns encouraged and a mix of remote and office-based work available.
What We Offer
We are a fast-growing, innovative and dynamic company, with a very strong technical team and focus. We offer market-leading salaries and performance-related bonus for all our staff, as well as a flexible-working environment.
For example, we allow bank holidays to be accrued and taken at any time, and our model is a mix of office-based and remote work. However, we ensure that our staff are well supported through significant training and mentorship.
We offer a competitive base salary together with performance related bonus scheme intended to reward high performers. Our bonus scheme is designed to reflect individual performance in addition to company performance. Our benefits include:
- Performance related bonus
- Company pension scheme
- Allowance to buy and sell annual leave
- Strong emphasis on training and development
- Private Healthcare
- Two team meetings per year, one of which is abroad
Next Steps
If the role description above reflects you and you are excited by the prospect of joining us, please apply via email to [email protected] by providing both a CV and a covering letter.