Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer

Russell Taylor Group Ltd; Stone; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer. The ideal candidate will lead technical design and guide multidisciplinary teams in shaping complex protection systems. Responsibilities include developing sets, conducting site visits, and ensuring compliance with standards. The position offers a fantastic salary, hybrid working flexibility, and extensive benefits, making it ideal for experienced engineers looking to advance their careers.

Benefits

Fantastic basic salary

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Hybrid working

Flexible start & finish times

Training and development

6.5% Pension scheme

Life Assurance (4x annual salary)

Private healthcare

Standard 37.5 hour per week contract

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the UK Transmission & Distribution sector.
• Experience in Protection & Control technologies desirable.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Leading and advising on all Protection & Control elements across projects.
• Chairing design workshops and technical reviews.
• Developing system architectures and concept designs.
• Producing and reviewing design documentation.
• Providing technical input for tenders and change assessments.

Skills

Understanding of the UK Transmission & Distribution sector

Experience across Protection & Control technologies

Working knowledge of IEC 61850

Understanding of communication systems and protocols

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer

Staffordshire (Hybrid)

Are you experienced in Protection & Control within Transmission & Distribution? Do you enjoy leading technical design and guiding multi-disciplinary teams? Looking for a role where you can shape complex protection systems across the UK?

What's in it for you?

• Fantastic basic salary
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Flexible start & finish times
• Training and development
• 6.5% Pension scheme
• Life Assurance (4x annual salary)
• Private healthcare
• Standard 37.5 hour per week contract

What will you be doing?

• Leading and advising on all Protection & Control elements across projects
• Chairing design workshops, technical reviews and working closely with project stakeholders
• Developing SLDs, KLDs, system architectures and concept designs
• Selecting suitable technologies to meet client and regulatory standards
• Undertaking site visits and non-intrusive surveys
• Producing and reviewing design documentation including FDS, design intent documents and compliance materials
• Creating and reviewing Protection & Control schematics, GAs, layouts, calculations and schedules
• Supporting client approvals and ensuring solutions meet specifications
• Providing technical input for tenders and change assessments
• Helping the Project Manager and wider team identify and manage risks

Where you'll be doing it?

Our client has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades, they work on ambitious and leading-edge projects for some of the UK's most critical environments. They were founded around 50 years ago and since then have been committed to develop and deliver career pathways.

What you'll need:

• Strong understanding of the UK Transmission & Distribution sector
• Experience across Protection & Control technologies (major vendor experience desirable)
• Working knowledge of IEC 61850
• Understanding of communication systems, substation protocols and cyber security requirements
• Structured and analytical approach to engineering problems
• Ability to work independently and lead others
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure
• A relevant engineering degree (or equivalent experience)
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

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