HV Plant Design Engineer

1 week ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Balfour Beatty plc Full time
Job title

  • Principal Primary HV Plant Design EngineernLocation: Remote
Contract length: 12 monthsnRate: 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:

nThe 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 as detailed below for delivery of substation projects.nThe team is flexible and the role can be based in various locations across the UK.


Key accountabilities:

nLead the Design team to deliver design to the Customer specification requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant National / International Standards and legislation.nCheck and approve HV plant design deliverables e.g.

single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc.nLead 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.nEnsure 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.nLead the technical direction of the engineering team, taking best practice and industry developments into engineering methodology.


Design Responsibilities:

nIdentify all relevant standards and Customer requirements, ensuring compliance with relevant National / International Standards and legislation, and contract specificationnDesign work to be undertaken with due regard to Health, Safety & Environmental Procedures and production of Designer Risk Assessments, as necessary, to fulfil the Company's obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations.nAIS and GIS substation design up to 400kV.nCheck and approve substation design deliverables e.g.

single line diagram, layout/Elevation drawings, MEWP access layouts, SC force calculations, earthing design / calculations etc.nGood understanding of with electrical / mechanical interlocking philosophynTo carry out Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE), as defined by National Grid's procedures, or equivalent role as defined by other clients.nAbility to perform Principal Designer representative (PD Rep) role as per CDM 2015 regulation.nCheck and review equipment tech specs and engagement with supplier for their offer validation.nExamine contract documentation and establish the Company's scope of work including termination boundaries.

Where this differs with the tendered contract requirement then these differences should be highlighted to the Project / Engineering Manager with options and solutions for resolutions.nAttend and Lead the Design Review / Contract Close-out Meetings, ensuring that appropriate items are actioned in a timely mannernLiaise with Engineers, Designers and Technicians on drawings requirementsnEnsure accurate final records are prepared and submitted to client in line with the requirements of the contract specification.nSpecify any test certificates and/or operations & maintenance manuals as part of technical spec and/or purchase order requisitionnGood understanding of Interface with Civil and other substation disciplines.

nCarry out engineering checks as deemed necessary and in line with the requirements of the Business Process ManualnProvide support to manufacturing & construction departments in resolving design related issuesnProvide support to tendering for design deliverables, estimates and customer meetings

Key Skills and experience required:

nWorking in a Design Office environment with many years of experiencenCalculations to demonstrate integrity of designsnOverall design and specification of electrical power systems and associated power system componentsnExperience as a senior HV Substation Primary Plant Design EngineernBasic understanding of P&C aspects preferable.nTP141 HV Substation qualification TP137 / SR188 Contractor Design Assurance Engineer experience is an advantage.nProven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in HV substation equipment e.g.

HV plant, transformers etc.nLiaising with customers and suppliersnBIM 360 experience and knowledgenMicrosoft Office packages

Essential experience:
nDetailed design of substation worksnHigh voltage

Desirable experience:
nNational Grid exposurenTP 137 / SR 188 Principal Designer Representative (Design & Build) experiencenChartered Engineer (IET)nAutocadnTeam 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.nTo apply, please follow the instructions on our application portal.

We look forward to receiving your application

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