Job Title: Lead Design Engineer)Location: Glasgow, UK - Hybrid (2 days every 2 weeks in Glasgow) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Posted by: Spencer Ogden 12m contract starting ASAP - Inside IR35 Day rate: £600 - £640 per day worked inside IR35 - plus client will help with accommodation costs while in Glasgow. ________________________________________ Lead the Future of Energy - Join a Key Player in Power Transmission Spencer Ogden is proud to partner with a major utility to support their ongoing investment in the UK's high-voltage transmission network. We are seeking an experienced Lead Design Engineer based in Glasgow to play a pivotal role in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects across 33kV to 400kV. This is a fantastic opportunity to take technical ownership of complex electrical design work—from initial feasibility to detailed design—supporting the UK's net zero ambitions and future grid resilience. ________________________________________ What You'll Be Doing As a Lead Design Engineer, you will: • Deliver innovative engineering solutions across the full project lifecycle • Lead technical design for transmission substations (132kV and above) including switchgear, transformers, and ancillary equipment • Review and assess engineering documentation for feasibility, technical compliance, and regulatory alignment • Define plant and equipment specifications for project development, procurement, and authorisation • Lead tender evaluations and provide technical recommendations to clients • Provide engineering support throughout construction and commissioning phases • Ensure design compliance with CDM regulations, safety standards, and operational policies • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and provide input into national and international engineering standards ________________________________________ What We're Looking For ? Chartered Engineer (or actively working towards chartership) ? Degree-qualified in electrical engineering or equivalent experience ? Expert knowledge of substation and plant engineering (33kV-400kV) ? Familiar with Transmission Network Operator design standards and health & safety regulations ? Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) ? Experience with tender assessment and detailed design documentation ? Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills