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Primary Design Engineer

Gevernova

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Jul 27, 2026

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Location
Stafford, United Kingdom · Glasgow
Type
Full-time
Department
Engineering
Source
Workday

Description

Job Description Summary

Join us and play a pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge HV/EHV substation projects across the globe.

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Primary Design Engineer who thrives in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment and is passionate about engineering excellence.

In this role, you’ll shape the future of power infrastructure while working alongside talented teams on some of the most complex and impactful energy projects worldwide.

Job Description

As a Senior Primary Design Engineer, you will take a leading role in the design and delivery of high-voltage (HV/EHV) substation projects. You’ll ensure compliance with customer and regulatory standards while coordinating with global teams to meet project milestones.

Key Responsibilities:

Design & Delivery:

  • Lead and deliver primary plant designs for HV/EHV substations (AIS, GIS, and HVDC as applicable) in accordance with standards.

  • Develop and review a fully integrated 3D model, general arrangement drawings, section drawings, and layout designs.

  • Review and approve vendor drawings and specifications, ensuring alignment with project requirements.

  • Ensure high-quality and timely delivery of engineering outputs.

Leadership & Collaboration:

  • Lead and coordinate remote global engineering teams within the GE Vernova Global Engineering Centre.

  • Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and support to junior engineers.

  • Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers to resolve technical queries.

  • Work closely with other functions including civil, protection & control, and system studies, valves, building services teams for fully integrated substation design.

Compliance & Quality:

  • Ensure compliance with applicable national regulations, example for UK Health & Safety regulations (CDM 2015).

  • Apply best practices in design for safety and quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Ensure quality assurance and design governance throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Degree in Electrical /Power/ Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).

  • Proven experience in HV substation design.

  • Strong knowledge of UK Transmission (NG, SSE, SPEN, NGED, UKPN, etc.) and Distribution standards.

  • Proficiency in CAD and awareness of BIM/3D tools (Revit, Navisworks) advantageous.

  • Demonstrated experience in substation design covering both tender and execution phases.

  • Familiarity with CDM regulations and safe-by-design principles.

  • Excellent communication skills with ability to engage clients and stakeholders.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Skills

RevitBIMCompliance

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