Project Engineer Electrical

Project Engineer – Electrical (BESS & Substation Projects)

Location: Kent → Doncaster
Voltage Experience: 33kV & 132kV
Sector: Energy / ICP / Power Infrastructure

A leading ICP operating within the energy and power infrastructure sector is looking to appoint an experienced Electrical Project Engineer to support delivery across a live BESS and substation project in Kent, with a planned transition onto a subsequent project in Doncaster.

This is a key site-based engineering role, with a strong focus on technical assurance, contractor coordination, and delivery of high-voltage works in line with GAT1 specifications, DNO requirements, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Design Assurance

• Review and provide feedback on drawings, SLDs, schematics, protection studies, and cable calculations
• Ensure compliance with:
  • GAT1 specifications
  • Relevant DNO requirements
  • ENA / IEC / BS standards
• Identify and resolve design issues, inconsistencies, and non-compliances with contractors
• Validate specifications for key equipment including switchgear, transformers, protection relays, SCADA systems, and BESS components

Construction & Commissioning Oversight

• Provide on-site engineering support through installation, commissioning, and energisation phases
• Ensure works are delivered in line with approved designs and installation standards
• Oversee HV/LV cabling, Earthing systems , Equipment install , Civil/electrical interfaces , Protection & control integration
• Conduct pre-energisation inspections and readiness checks
• Support FAT/SAT, commissioning, and handover processes

Contractor Coordination

• Act as the technical interface between civils, electrical, OEMs, and control system contractors
• Ensure alignment across all parties with:Design quality and approvals, Programme and documentation timelines, DNO-approved connection requirements, Installation and testing standards
• Manage and challenge contractors on technical issues and drive resolutions
• Support progress meetings, design reviews, and risk workshops

Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure works comply with CDM, HSE regulations, and site safety protocols
• Maintain engineering records including TQs, NCRs, change control, and project logs
• Support delivery of O&M manuals, as-builts, and handover documentation

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience working on 33kV and/or 132kV projects
• Strong understanding of: Substations and grid connections , BESS projects, HV equipment, protection systems, and SCADA
• Experience working alongside or interfacing with DNOs
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and technical interfaces
• Proactive and detail-focused approach to site engineering