Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Company: Mane Contract Services

Location:

Posted: May 10th, 2026

Senior Electrical Engineer – Substations & Power Systems

Birmingham | Epsom | Glasgow | Leeds

Hybrid Working | Permanent Opportunity


Are you an Electrical Engineer passionate about power systems, HV substations, and the transition to Net Zero?

We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to join a growing Power & Energy team delivering major transmission & distribution projects across the UK and internationally. You’ll work with leading clients including National Grid and SSEN Transmission on projects ranging from FEED through to Detailed Design.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a technical leadership role within a collaborative engineering environment while contributing to the future of sustainable energy infrastructure.


What You’ll Be Doing

Leading FEED and Detailed Design activities for HV substation projects

Reviewing primary plant design deliverables including layouts, earthing, interlocking, and HV busbar calculations

Supporting bids, tenders, and project delivery activities

Building strong client and stakeholder relationships

Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and subcontractors

Participating in design reviews, hazard reviews, and site visits


What We’re Looking For

✔ Experience in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Primary Plant / Substation Design

✔ HV experience (up to 400kV desirable but not essential)

✔ Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering, Energy Systems, Renewable Energy, or similar

✔ Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

✔ Passion for innovation, sustainability, and professional development


Why Join?

✅ Work on nationally significant energy infrastructure projects

✅ Support towards Chartership and ongoing professional development

✅ Flexible hybrid working environment

✅ Collaborative and inclusive culture

✅ Opportunity to make a real impact on the UK’s energy transition


If you're ready to help shape the future of energy infrastructure, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

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