EHV Construction Project Engineer (Senior Authorised Person)
| Posting date: | 28 July 2025 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 August 2025 |
| Location: | Guildford, Surrey, GU2 8YT |
| Company: | UK Power Networks |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 81227_1753705673 |
Summary
Are you ready to power up your career with a leading force in the energy sector? Imagine joining a team where your expertise shapes the infrastructure that keeps the lights on for millions. As an EHV Construction Project Engineer - SAP at UK Power Networks, you'll step into a permanent, high-impact role with a competitive salary of £80,574, plus car and bonus, and an array of benefits designed to support your well-being and future.
From the moment you join us, you'll experience the rewards of a comprehensive benefits package, including 23 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, reservist leave, private health insurance, and a personal pension plan with generous company contributions. Enjoy tax-efficient perks such as cycle to work and green car leasing schemes, alongside support for your health, gym discounts, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. Your commitment will also be recognised with exclusive discounts at major retailers and support with season ticket and tenancy loans.
Picture yourself as the driving force behind the engineering activities within our dynamic Capital Programme. In this role, you'll take ownership of delivering construction requirements for UK Power Networks' assets and infrastructure. Working closely with Portfolio Managers, Programme Managers, Project Managers, and a talented team of engineers and contractors, you will ensure safe and efficient project delivery-always keeping our Stay Safe initiative at the forefront.
Your responsibilities will span the delivery of construction programmes for assets operating from 400V to 132kV, ensuring every project stays on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You'll work with supervisors and fitters to guarantee the flawless execution of all electrical engineering activities, while managing budgets, recording technical queries, and adhering to our proprietary systems. As a key team player, you'll drive our goals for staff engagement and customer satisfaction, following all company policies and remaining vigilant on health and safety.
This opportunity will see you operating and commissioning HV Distribution Systems, maintaining and replacing control and protection systems, and updating our asset database with precision. You'll be responsible for both planned and reactive construction activities, performing fault investigations, repairs, and equipment modifications to keep our substations running smoothly. Compliance with distribution safety rules and quality policies will be second nature as you manage contractors and staff on site, always striving for continuous improvement.
Our ideal candidate is a Senior Authorised Person under Distribution Safety Rules-ideally at 132kV or 33kV (though training is available for those currently authorised at 11kV)-with experience across distribution systems from 400V to 132kV. You'll hold at least an HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, possess a solid understanding of HV Distribution and Building Services Systems, and have the confidence to read schematic drawings, solve problems, and manage projects in varied environments. A full driving licence and a relevant safety qualification such as IOSH or NEBOSH are essential, along with knowledge of Construction Design and Management Regulations.
If you're ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real difference, apply by 11/08 to become our new EHV Construction Project Engineer - SAP. Shape the future of energy, lead great teams, and build a legacy with UK Power Networks. Click apply to be directed to our careers page to view the full job description.