Project Engineer

Substation Project Engineer – Transmission Sector

📍 Location: Glasgow | Hybrid | Travel to Sites & Office

📅 Start Date: ASAP

⏳ Duration: 6 Months + Possible Extension

💰 Rate: £750 per day (Inside IR35 via Umbrella)

✅ Clearance: BPSS + Medical Questionnaire + Proof of Right to Work

Are you an experienced Electrical Engineer with a passion for high-voltage transmission projects?

We’re looking for a Substation Project Engineer to join a leading team delivering critical infrastructure projects across the UK. This is your chance to work on new build and asset replacement projects up to 400kV, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop outline scopes, site location plans, primary plant layouts, and Single Line Diagrams for major transmission projects.
• Review detailed designs from contractors and witness Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
• Apply Safety by Design principles to mitigate engineering and operational risks.
• Support site teams to ensure quality installations and network security.
• Evaluate tenders and manage specialist consultants for project success.

What We’re Looking For

✔ Degree-qualified Electrical Engineer

✔ 3+ years’ experience as a Substation Project Engineer (up to 400kV)

✔ Proven track record in high-voltage substation design, operation, and maintenance

✔ Strong project management skills

✔ Excellent understanding of health & safety regulations

✔ Previous transmission sector experience is essential

Why Join?

• Work on high-profile transmission projects shaping the UK’s energy future.
• Competitive day rate and hybrid flexibility.
• Opportunity to extend beyond initial contract.

📩 Interested? Apply now or message me directly for further details.

Let’s power the future together! ⚡