Senior Associate Director – Substations
7 days ago
Senior Associate Director – Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid NetworkAt Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, and mission‑critical outcomes.Your impact: Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team expands, we are seeking a Senior Associate Director – Substations (Primary Design) to support a range of high‑profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio. This includes high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for National Grid and DNO clients.Oversee quality assurance, resource planning and capability development across multiple projects.Lead technical reviews of HV plant aspects including layouts, earthing design and reports, mechanical interlocking, HV busbar calculations and equipment specifications.Coordinate with back‑office engineers, sub‑contractors and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery.Manage and contribute to tender packages, including technical and commercial submissions.Chair design and hazard review meetings and ensure technical assurance of HV plant design.Attend site visits, FAT and SAT as required.Mentor senior engineers and contribute to succession planning and capability growth.Maintain and grow client relationships, supporting strategic business development and market positioning.Represent Jacobs in industry forums and contribute to shaping technical standards and best practices.Here’s What You’ll NeedDegree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.LCDAE/PD (TP137) and/or TP141 authorisation ideally.Extensive experience in HV substation engineering (132 kV–400 kV), including AIS/GIS and HVDC systems.Proven leadership in delivering complex, multi‑disciplinary infrastructure projects.Strong understanding of UK transmission and distribution standards and client expectations.Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills.Strategic thinking with commercial acumen and a track record of business development.Why Jacobs?People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees receive free single medical cover, digital GP service, family‑friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay, free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, and reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which includes matched‑funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.Work‑life balance and flexibility are a key focus. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.As a disability‑confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and those who may not meet all the listed requirements.Seniority level: Not applicable. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Information Technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Senior Associate Director – Substations
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Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom Jacobs Full time £100,000 - £140,000 per yearAt Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactJacobs is playing a...
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Associate Director – Substations
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Exeter, United Kingdom Jacobs Full timeAssociate Director – Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid NetworkJoin to apply for the Associate Director – Substations (Primary Design) - UK Grid Network role at JacobsOverviewJacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team continues to expand, we are seeking an Associate Director – Substations...
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