Job Purpose
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Primary Design Engineer with 5–7 years of
experience in the UK power distribution sector. The candidate will be responsible for the
design and delivery of primary electrical infrastructure projects (up to 400kV), supporting
DNO/IDNO/ICP clients including UKPN, SSEN, and others.
The role requires strong technical expertise, familiarity with UK standards, and the ability to
deliver high-quality design solutions within project timelines.
Qualifications
Your responsibilities will include the following.
Design of primary substations and electrical networks (up to 400kV)
Preparation of:
Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
General Arrangement (GA) drawings
Equipment layouts and earthing designs
Cable routing and termination layouts
Perform primary plant design calculations, including:
Earthing design studies
Equipment sizing and selection
Busbar design and insulation coordination
Ensure compliance with UK DNO/IDNO standards, including UKPN, SSEN,
ENA, and IEC standards
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Protection & Control, Civil, Planning)
Liaise with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders
Conduct design reviews and ensure quality assurance
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
5–7 years of relevant experience in UK utility or consultancy environment
Experience working on UKPN, SSEN, or other DNO frameworks
Exposure to IDNO/ICP connection projects
Experience in site support, commissioning, or construction interface
Competencies
Strong understanding of UK power distribution standards and specifications Experience with DNO/IDNO/ICP projects (e.g., UKPN, SSEN frameworks) Knowledge of:
o Substation layouts and primary equipment
o Transformers, switchgear, CTs/VTs
o Earthing systems and design tools Familiarity with relevant standards:
o ENA Engineering Recommendations
o IEC / BS standards Proficiency in engineering tools such as:
o AutoCAD
o ETAP / ELEK / CDEGS (or equivalent) Good understanding of health & safety regulations (CDM Regulations preferred) Strong communication and documentation skills
Pay: ₹31,405.24 - ₹45,792.49 per month
Work Location: In person
