HV Electrical Engineer

  • Elite Hire
  • Oct 10, 2026
Full time Engineering

Job Description

What you will do

  • Design HV systems from 11kV to 132kV, including single line diagrams and cable schedules
  • Specify switchgear, transformers, cables and protection equipment
  • Carry out or review load flow, fault level and earthing studies
  • Work with DNOs and National Grid on connection requirements
  • Support installation, testing and energisation on site
  • Make sure designs meet UK regulations and network standards

What you need

  • Degree in Electrical or Electrical Power Engineering, or equivalent
  • 3+ years in HV design, delivery or commissioning
  • Strong knowledge of protection, switchgear and network design
  • Experience with grid connections, substations or utility-scale renewables
  • Full UK driving licence

Nice to have

  • HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP)
  • Experience with ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or IPSA
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) with the IET, or working towards it