Contractor job Electrical Engineer

Location: UK (Hybrid) | Sector: Transmission & Distribution | Start: ASAP

We're looking for an experienced Lead Electrical HV Design Engineer to join long‑term UK Transmission & Distribution projects (132kV-400kV). You'll lead substation design (AIS/GIS), oversee deliverables, and ensure compliance with National Grid or SSE standards.

Key Requirements:

• Proven UK T&D experience (National Grid / SSE essential)
• HV design leadership: SLDs, layouts, earthing, cable sizing
• Knowledge of UK standards (ESQCR, ENA, BS/IEC)
• Familiarity with tools like AutoCAD, CDEGS, DIgSILENT

Contract Details:

• Outside IR35 | Rolling contract | Competitive day rate
• Hybrid working with occasional site visits

Due to the nature of this role, we cannot consider applicants who would require sponsorship.

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Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales