Lead Protection & Control Engineer, 400kV Systems | Hybrid

Stantec; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Private medical insurance

Pension with employer contributions

Annual leave; buy/sell days

Job summary

Stantec is seeking a Senior Principal Protection & Control Engineer to lead delivery across HVDC, interconnectors, wind farms, substations and other high‑voltage projects within the UK energy sector.

You will lead a team, develop scoping documents, specify relays/CT/VT equipment, and support commissioning from FEED to energisation. A strong track record in protection design and collaboration with clients is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Extensive experience on distribution or transmission networks as a Senior/Principal P&C engineer.
• Strong knowledge of protection systems, relays, CT/VT sizing, and grading studies.
• Experience with AC/DC schematics and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver protection and control designs across HVDC, interconnectors, wind farms, substations up to 400kV.
• Develop scoping documents and specify equipment (relays, CTs, VTs) and support commissioning.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams; collaborate with clients and suppliers.
• Drive standardisation and technology assessment within the P&C community.

Skills

Relays knowledge

Protection systems

CT sizing

VT sizing

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Stantec is seeking a Senior Principal Protection & Control Engineer to lead delivery across HVDC, interconnectors, wind farms, substations and other high‑voltage projects within the UK energy sector.

You will lead a team, develop scoping documents, specify relays/CT/VT equipment, and support commissioning from FEED to energisation. A strong track record in protection design and collaboration with clients is essential.