Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Ayesa is a globally-oriented, forward-thinking company deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, equity, and sustainability. These principles form the bedrock of our dedication to our 12,000+ employees and serve as the driving forces behind our spirit of innovation.

With a presence in over 40 countries worldwide, Ayesa has earned a prominent international reputation in various engineering fields, including infrastructure, water conveyance and treatment systems, transportation, marine projects, waste management, aeronautics, and defense. Additionally, Ayesa is a well-established technology consultancy, specialising in facilitating the digital transformation of large corporations, particularly in the utilities sector, and providing technological solutions for public institutions.

As a technology and engineering firm, we complement our technological proficiency with the capacity to design physical infrastructures. This includes crafting distinctive buildings that imbue cities with character, designing iconic bridges that seamlessly blend into their surroundings, creating transportation systems such as high-speed roads, intelligent roadways, stations, and airports that serve as the backbone of regions, and engineering remotely controlled networks for energy and water distribution, driving urban and demographic development.

At AYESA, we are transforming the future with innovative solutions that empower communities and improve lives. Whether advancing infrastructure or revolutionising energy systems, our work drives progress and creates lasting legacies.

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer specialising in HV Substations and Lines, with knowledge in Renewable Energies in the UK and an understanding of working in BIM environments to join our UK Transmission and Distribution team. This role focuses on delivering cutting-edge HV design solutions for renewable energy systems, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid connections, and private networks. You’ll collaborate with a diverse range of clients, including major utilities and global industrial stakeholders, to deliver projects that integrate renewable energy and energy storage into future-ready power systems. This role is UK-based, with flexibility to work remotely and support international teams across Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop primary plant layouts for HV substations, ensuring innovative and efficient designs.
• Specify HV equipment and ancillary systems for energy storage and renewable generation projects.
• Provide engineering expertise through all project lifecycle stages: feasibility studies, FEED, detailed design, and site construction monitoring.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including civil, structural, environmental, geotechnical, and protection & control disciplines.
• Deliver projects utilizing new technologies such as energy storage, HVDC systems, smart grids, and waste-to-energy solutions.
• Provide professional engineering services to clients in the UK and internationally.

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering, ideally with or working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• Extensive experience in the power transmission and distribution industry, specifically in HV substation solutions (110kV to 400kV).
• Proficiency in developing technical specifications for AIS/GIS substations and associated primary and secondary equipment.
• Experience across all project lifecycle stages, from design to commissioning.
• Deep understanding of regulatory and client-specific health and safety requirements for HV systems.
• Proven ability to prepare technical reports to a high standard in English.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience in designing overhead line systems for transmission networks.
• Expertise in HV cable systems design (minimum 110kV).
• Site experience in construction, testing, or commissioning of HV systems.
• Proficiency or knowledge with engineering tools, including CDEGs, ETAP, PLS-CADD, DIGSILENT.
• Knowledge of control and protection systems design.
• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline.

Why Join AYESA?

At AYESA, we offer an environment where innovation thrives and career growth is nurtured. As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid and remote arrangements.
• Opportunities to work on transformative projects with global impact.
• A culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion, where your unique talents are celebrated.
• Professional development through cutting-edge technologies and industry-leading expertise.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.