https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-primary-design-engineer-kintec-global-recruitment--0e2a0ea0-b36b-4368-b0d0-52ad8827cfc8 RSS feed for Principal Primary Design Engineer at Kintec Global Recruitment. en-gb Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:56:52 GMT https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-primary-design-engineer-kintec-global-recruitment--0e2a0ea0-b36b-4368-b0d0-52ad8827cfc8 https://jobs.co.uk/job/principal-primary-design-engineer-kintec-global-recruitment--0e2a0ea0-b36b-4368-b0d0-52ad8827cfc8 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:00:00 GMT Location: Manchester | Salary: Negotiable | Type: Permanent | Job Title: Principal Primary Design Engineer (HV Substations) Working Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Key Responsibilities: - Producing detailed primary design for HV/EHV substations - Developing layout drawings, schematics, and technical specifications - Designing electrical plant including switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment - Ensuring designs meet safety, quality, and industry standards - Supporting design reviews and technical approvals - Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams across projects - Contributing to continuous improvement and engineering best practice Requirements: - Experience in primary design for HV/EHV substations - Strong understanding of substation layouts and electrical plant - HNC / HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering - Experience working on transmission or distribution projects - Knowledge of UK standards and design practices - Strong technical, communication, and problem-solving skills Contract Type: Permanent What Makes This Role Stand Out: - Work on HV/EHV substation projects (11kV-132kV and above) - Strong pipeline across power and infrastructure - Hybrid working with good work-life balance - Support for professional development a... Permanent