FAQs
What is the primary focus of the Associate Director HV Substation Design role?
The primary focus of this role is on primary plant design for large-scale infrastructure, grid connections, and private networks at voltage levels normally between 132 kV to 400 kV.
How many years of experience are required for this position?
A minimum of 10 years experience in FEED design, detailed design, or as an owner's engineer in HV substation design is required.
What educational qualifications are necessary for the role?
An Honors Degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
Is chartered status required for applicants?
Yes, chartered status is required for this position.
What types of projects does the T&D team work on?
The T&D team typically works on feasibility, optioneering, FEED, detailed design, and design assurance for HV design for electrical power projects.
Do I need to have experience working with transmission network operators?
Yes, experience with consultancy, contractor, or utility in the energy sector and client experience with National Grid, SHET, SSE, SPT, or other transmission utilities or developers in the UK or Ireland is required.
Will I have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers in this role?
Yes, mentoring and leading a team of younger or less experienced engineers is a key responsibility of this role.
Is experience in project management beneficial for this position?
Yes, project management experience, including budget and quality management, is considered desirable.
Can I apply for this job if I have a disability or long-term condition?
Yes, AECOM is a Disability Confident Employer and will offer interviews to applicants who meet essential criteria and have a disability or long-term condition.
Will there be opportunities for secondment to HV utilities or developers?
Yes, a secondment to HV utilities or developers may be an option for this role.
Are there additional skills or experience that are considered advantageous for this position?
Yes, experience in design and site construction review, knowledge of control systems, transformers, HVDC systems, interconnectors, and HV Protection & Control would be advantageous.
Does the company offer benefits and well-being programs to its employees?
Yes, AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits, and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of employees and their families.