The Role

The Senior Consultant will be a member of the RINA Power System Engineering team based in Manchester and will execute the electro-mechanical design of substations, ensuring solutions meet client requirements, applicable legislation, and relevant industry standards. 

 

The role involves leading and collaborating within a multidisciplinary team to deliver a wide range of local and international projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients. 

Qualifications & Experience

  • 8+ years in transmission and distribution engineering (or 7+ years with a master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field).
  • Power system design experience up to 132 kV (preferably up to 400 kV) across industrial, distribution and transmission networks.
  • Extensive utility substation engineering experience, with strong understanding of legislation, regulations and industry standards.
  • Strong knowledge and application of UK electrical engineering standards and regulations.
  • Substation primary design / protection & control design.
  • SCADA system design and development.
  • Single-line diagrams and substation layouts.
  • CT/VT selection and calculations.
  • Auxiliary AC/DC power systems
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, including technical reports and client documentation.
  • Ability to assess issues within broader system contexts and understand cross-disciplinary impacts.
  • Experience mentoring and developing graduate engineers and consultants.

 

  • Professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council.
  • Relevant Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH Certificate/Diploma, or NVQ Level 3 in a Health & Safety discipline).
  • Substation safety and access training (e.g., NSI 30, BESC: AIM, or equivalent).
  • Formal training in CDM 2015, construction safety, and impressed voltage hazards.
  • Good understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Demonstrated collaborative team approach, including knowledge sharing, idea development, and recognition of team contributions.
  • Experience supporting business development and consulting activities (advantageous).
  • Experience in installation and commissioning activities (desirable).

Eligibility

Must be eligible to work within the UK without sponsorship and be willing to commute or relocate to Manchester. 

Technical Skills
Other
Is a Remote Job?
Hybrid (Remote with required office time)
Employment Type
Full time

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