Our client in the Northeast is looking for a HV Project Engineer. As the HV & MV Project Engineer is responsible for the safe, compliant, and timely delivery of high-voltage and medium-voltage electrical projects. This includes the design coordination, planning, execution, commissioning, and handover of electrical infrastructure works in line with statutory, contractual, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage HV and MV electrical projects from design through to commissioning and handover

* Support development of project scope, programmes, budgets, and risk assessments

* Coordinate internal teams, contractors, DNOs/IDNOs, ICPs, and other stakeholders

* Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to quality standards Review and approve HV/MV designs, calculations, protection settings, and drawings

* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (e.g. ENA, IEC, BS, HSG, Electricity at Work Regulations)

* Oversee installation of substations, switchgear, transformers, cables, and associated equipment

* Act as a technical point of contact for clients and external partners

* Attend project meetings and provide clear progress and technical updates

* Support client handover, documentation, and close-out activities

Skills & Experience

* Proven experience delivering HV and/or MV electrical projects

* Strong understanding of electrical distribution networks (11kV–132kV or similar)

* Experience working with DNOs, ICPs, utilities, or private networks

* Knowledge of UK electrical standards and safety legislation

* Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities

* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable

* Previous Authorised Person or Senior Authorised Person experience

* Experience in renewables, EV infrastructure, data centres, or large infrastructure projects

* Design capability or coordination experience

* Commercial awareness and contract management exposure

Qualifications

* Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or related discipline