Head of Substation - Plant and PandC DesignLondon, Stowmarket, Leeds HybridPermanent - Full TimeCompetitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance and Flexible Benefits As Head of Substation (Plant and PandC Design) you will lead the substation engineering function responsible for both electrical plant and Protection and Control (PandC) design across substations from distribution up to transmission voltages (typically 33kV-400kV). You will act as the technical authority and strategic lead for substation design, ensuring delivery of safe, compliant, high-quality engineering solutions that meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and industry best practice. You will shape technical strategy, develop design processes, manage multi-disciplinary teams, support business development, and engage with key external stakeholders including UK Transmission Operators (e.g., National Grid, SSEN), Distribution Network Operators, contractors, and clients. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Strategic Leadership Lead and evolve the substation design function (both Plant and PandC disciplines), defining technical standards, best practices, and long-term capability goals.Champion safety-by-design, quality assurance, and compliance with UK/EU legislation and industry standards (ENA, BS, IEC).Align design resources with business strategy, project pipeline, and client commitments. Technical Authority Oversee Primary (Plant) design, including specification, layout, and detailed engi