Primary Design Engineer

Irlam
3 weeks ago
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Primary Engineer
Location: Flexible
Working Pattern: Hybrid, Flexible
Salary: Competitive

Morson Projects is a leading engineering and design consultancy that specialises in delivering innovative solutions across various sectors, including aerospace, automotive, nuclear, and energy. With a strong emphasis on quality and client satisfaction, Morson Projects has established itself as a trusted partner for complex engineering challenges. Their multidisciplinary team of experts provides comprehensive services, from initial concept design to detailed engineering and project management.

As a member of that multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies. You will also be joining a team whose commitment to excellence and continuous improvement has earned them a reputation for delivering projects on time and within budget, while maintaining the highest standards of safety and sustainability.

The Position:
The Primary Engineer is responsible to design optimised substation layouts that integrate all the required equipment considering their installation, operation, and maintenance constraints.

Technical engineering of primary, secondary design of substations / HVDC stations.
Design optimised substation layouts integrating all the required equipment considering their installation, operation, and maintenance constraints.
Convert project contractual documents into requirements and technical specifications.
Define and control planning for the project, ensuring on-time delivery of your deliverables.
Review and validate engineering deliverables under your project / tender scope.
Organize and perform projects design / gate reviews related to your function.
Conversant in managing the Interface with other disciplines / suppliers / cross-functions.
Collaborates on project installation, commissioning, and site activities, clarifying potential issues or providing solutions to correct engineering errors.
Interacts with customers, contractors, suppliers, attends project meetings and presents all technical aspects of project assignments.
Provide answers to client, partners & suppliers technical queries related to

Experience & Qualifications

Engineering Degree or HNC (or relevant experience)
Knowledge on High Voltage substation international standards & guidelines (IEC, IEEE, CIGRE etc.) and related equipment and substation design.
Experience up to 132Kv is essential
Knowledge of primary / secondary design engineering of substations or power plants or HVDC converter stations.
Knowledge on contract and project management, Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), or Engineering equipment package (EEP) type.
Proficient with Autodesk CAD tools Revit, BIM360 etc.

Why Morson Projects?
We’re not just offering a job; we’re offering a career packed with opportunities:

Room to Grow: We support your professional development, paying for one membership and fully supporting your journey to chartership.
A Great Place to Work: Our offices are designed for collaboration, with open-plan spaces, breakout areas, and welfare facilities.
Team Spirit: From company socials to team-building events, we know how to balance hard work with a little fun.

Ready to Power Up?
If this sounds like the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now by sending your CV and availability for a chat to (url removed). Let’s work together to engineer the future of energy

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