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Principal Substation Secondary (P&C) Design Engineer

Epsom, Surrey, England, Scotland, United Kingdom | Glasgow, England, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

Let's secure the future of energy.

AtkinsRéalis are proud to be working at the heart of the challenges in the energy industry and within our Power Grids team we are continually developing and growing within this area. Our team is currently delivering work across the Transmission and Distribution sectors across the UK as well as supporting other Energy and infrastructure business sectors.

You will be working in within our Electrical Engineering team based in Birmingham, Glasgow, Epsom or Leeds. Building strong and trusted relationships is a key part of this role. You'll enjoy working with others, sometimes directly at client sites, sometimes from our offices. You'll be client focused – being able interface with clients, understand their needs and convert opportunities into successful workstreams.

Your role

  • Actively contribute to business development activities, including identifying opportunities, engaging with clients, and supporting strategic growth initiatives.
  • Lead and support the preparation of bids and proposals, including technical input, resource planning, and cost estimation to help secure new work for the P&C team.
  • Collaborate with commercial and project management teams to develop competitive and compelling offers aligned with client needs and business objectives.
  • Leading the P&C FEED and detailed design works for major transmission scale projects.
  • Train and develop junior engineers.
  • Coordinate with other disciplines (Primary, Civil & Structural, PM), sub-contractors and suppliers as required.
  • Attend site visits, FAT and SAT as required under the supervision of senior and principal engineers.
  • Strong communication skills along with teamworking attributes.
Clean power Engineering

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-142522

Salary range

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About you

  • HND or Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience.
  • Working towards Chartered Engineer through the IET or in a path to get it.
  • Proven experience in P&C design of substations in UK (National Grid, Scottish and Souther Energy Networks, Scottish Power).
  • Experience in preparing bids and cost estimates for FEED and detailed design work.
  • Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards (IEC, IEEE).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.
  • Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.
  • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
  • Commissioning Experience on transmission / EHV scale projects.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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