Lead Project Engineer - Electrical in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire
Posted by Fawkes & Reece London
£80,000 – £90,000 a year
Potters Bar · Permanent
Lead Electrical Project Engineer | HV Transmission & Substations | London
Our Client is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Project Engineer to help deliver some of the UK's most critical power infrastructure projects. Working across transmission, renewable energy, data centre and new connection schemes, you'll take technical ownership of projects from design through to commissioning and energisation.
The Role
- Lead electrical delivery on HV projects ranging from 11kV to 400kV
- Oversee construction activities within live substation environments
- Manage subcontractors, site teams and technical stakeholders
- Provide expert guidance on HV plant, switchgear, cable systems and protection & control
- Support commissioning activities, FAT/SAT testing and project handover
- Assist with tenders, construction methodologies and work-winning activities
- Act as a key client-facing technical representative
What We're Looking For
✅ Strong experience delivering UK transmission or distribution projects
✅ Extensive substation experience within DNO, TSO or ICP environments
✅ Authorised Person experience (33kV-132kV+)
✅ Strong understanding of Distribution Safety Rules, G81 and NERS requirements
✅ HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering
✅ Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Desirable
- Senior Authorised Person
- UKPN competencies
- Experience on National Grid transmission projects
- Previous leadership or mentoring responsibility
What's on Offer?
💷 Competitive salary & package
🚗 Car allowance
📈 Annual bonus
🏥 Healthcare benefits
🎓 Ongoing training & career development
🚀 Genuine progression into Engineering Management
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior HV engineer looking to take the next step with a growing business delivering major infrastructure projects across the UK.
📩 Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
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