Principal / Lead Primary Engineer - HV Substations at Baker Hicks Limited
Baker Hicks Limited · Bristol; Derby; London; Manchester; Motherwell; United Kingdom; Warwick; York
- Occupation group: Engineering & Construction
- Licensed sponsor: Baker Hicks Limited
Employer on register 23 October 2026
From the advert
Help Shape the Future of the UK's Energy Infrastructure
BakerHicks has established itself as a trusted engineering partner within the UK's Transmission & Distribution sector, delivering major infrastructure projects for some of the country's leading utility clients. With continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are seeking an experienced Principal/Lead Primary Design Engineer - HV Substations to join our expanding Power team.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering critical energy infrastructure projects, leading technical excellence across complex HV substation designs up to 400kV.
The Opportunity:
Reporting to the HV Substation Team Leader, you will lead a team of Primary Design Engineers and CAD Technicians, ensuring the consistent delivery of high-quality engineering solutions and technical documentation.
You will provide technical leadership across HV substation projects, support the development of junior engineers, and act as a key point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.
You will also support business development activities by contributing technical input to tender submissions and helping secure future project opportunities.
Why This Role:
Work on some of the UK's most significant Transmission & Distribution projects.
Be part of a business that is helping deliver the infrastructure required for the UK's energy transition.
Lead and mentor a growing team of engineers and technicians.
Work closely with major utility clients including National Grid, SSEN, Scottish Power, UKPN, ENWL and others.
Enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression, technical leadership and professional development.
Collaborate within a multidisciplinary engineering environment where innovation and new ideas are actively encouraged.
See projects progress through the full lifecycle, from concept and design through to construction and energisation.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership
Lead the delivery of primary engineering…
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Summary
Principal / Lead Primary Engineer - HV Substations at Baker Hicks Limited in Bristol; Derby; London; Manchester; Motherwell; United Kingdom; Warwick; York. Baker Hicks Limited is listed on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors (23 October 2026). Read the full job advert and apply on the employer's or job board's site. A sponsor licence means the employer is on the Home Office register. It does not mean this role is sponsored. Check with the employer. This is not immigration advice.
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