Lead Electrical Engineer

Overview

Lead electrical engineer for high‑voltage substation design and integration across AIS and GIS systems, guiding projects from concept to delivery. You’ll act as the design authority within a cross‑functional team, delivering technically robust solutions for major energy projects. The role supports ABB’s mission to advance the energy transition, with exposure to renewables, oil, gas, chemicals, and Power-to-X initiatives. You will mentor engineers, manage risks, and drive compliant, cost‑efficient outcomes while collaborating with clients and suppliers.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private medical cover

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of eHouse solutions, substations, MV/HV/EHV AIS and GIS systems up to 400 kV, transformers and protection
• Serve as Electrical Technical Authority across project phases
• Lead power system studies, ensure grid code and installation compliance, and ensure seamless integration of electrical systems
• Manage technical deliverables, risks, schedules, and stakeholder interfaces for successful execution
• Prepare, review, and approve engineering reports, specifications, calculations, and documentation
• Conduct HAZOP, EHAZOP and risk assessments with mitigations
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, contractors, and suppliers for integrated solutions
• Mentor junior engineers and support client relationship management and business development

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Chartered Engineer status or actively pursuing
• Significant energy sector experience (power generation, transmission or distribution)
• Minimum 7 years’ electrical engineering experience with substantial HV substation design
• Strong knowledge of MV, HV and EHV systems; AIS and GIS
• Proficiency with electrical design software and power system studies tools
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills; collaborative and solution-focused
• Excellent planning, prioritisation and commercial awareness in project delivery

• collaborative mindset
• strong communication
• problem-solving
• electrical engineering design software
• power system studies tools
• engineering calculation and reporting

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