Power Systems Protection Engineer

Morson Talent; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Morson Talent is seeking a Power Systems Protection Engineer in Leeds to design protection systems for major energy infrastructure projects. Candidates should have experience in HV systems, relay settings, and exhibit a methodical approach to challenges. Join a collaborative team with hybrid working options and support for professional development.

Benefits

Hybrid working options

Support for chartership and professional development

Collaborative team culture

Competitive salary and benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in HV protection system design (132kV and above preferred).
• Solid knowledge of relay settings and fault analysis.
• Familiarity with IEC 61850 and SCADA systems ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop protection systems for safe power transmission.
• Create single-line diagrams (SLDs), protection schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Liaise with commissioning teams during tests and validations.

Skills

HV protection system design

Relay settings

Fault analysis

Protection coordination

Attention to detail

Client communication

Methodical approach

Tools

IEC 61850

SCADA

Job description

Power Systems Protection Engineer

Location: Leeds
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive - Depending On Experience

If you're the kind of engineer who lights up at the thought of schematics, high-voltage networks, and complex protection systems, we want to talk to you. At Morson Projects, we re working on some of the UK s most significant energy infrastructure programmes and we re growing our team of Protection Engineers to keep pace with demand.

This role is perfect for someone who s experienced in substations, HV transmission networks, or protection and control system design, and wants to make a meaningful impact on the UK s future power grid.

About Morson Projects

We re a well-established, multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy working across the energy, infrastructure, nuclear, and defence sectors. Our Power team supports a wide range of projects across transmission and distribution, and we pride ourselves on solving complex technical challenges with creativity and collaboration.

Please note: Due to project requirements, candidates must have the right to work in the UK without current or future sponsorship needs.

The Role

As a Power Systems Protection Engineer, you ll be responsible for designing and developing protection systems that ensure safe, stable, and reliable power transmission. You ll work on high-profile projects alongside some of the most respected engineers in the industry, contributing to everything from early-stage design to site commissioning.

Here s what your role could involve:

Substation Protection Design

• Develop single-line diagrams (SLDs), protection schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay settings.
• Design protection schemes for transformers, feeders, overhead lines, and busbars.
• Apply National Grid (NGTS) and DNO standards across all design activities.

High Voltage System Integration

• Work on 132kV and above - designing systems that manage real-time fault detection and isolation.
• Deliver solutions that align with Grid Code compliance, system stability, and safety margins.
• Lead protection coordination studies, fault analysis, and grading reports.

Digital Substation & SCADA Integration

• Support implementation of IEC 61850, SCADA systems, and networked protection architecture.
• Configure RTUs, interface with substation automation, and integrate with SCADA networks.
• Contribute to the design of LVAC/LVDC auxiliary systems, UPS, and battery sizing.

Testing, Commissioning & Assurance

• Liaise with commissioning teams during FAT, SAT, and on-site validation.
• Ensure design deliverables meet project quality and compliance standards.
• Provide technical input during hazard reviews and risk assessments.

This role isn t about just delivering drawings - it s about protecting the UK s energy future, one intelligent design at a time.

Who We re Looking For

We d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience in HV protection system design (132kV and above preferred)
• Solid knowledge of relay settings, fault analysis, and protection coordination
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, SCADA, and automation systems (ideal but not essential)
• A background in substation design, DNO projects, or transmission system engineering
• A methodical approach to technical challenges and a strong attention to detail
• Confidence working with clients, stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams

Whether you're currently with a DNO, consultancy, EPC, or TSO - this role offers a platform to deepen your technical expertise and take your career forward.

Why Join Morson Projects?

• Work on complex, high-impact energy projects across the UK
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Support for chartership and professional development
• A collaborative team culture where your ideas are heard
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunities to lead, innovate, and grow

APPLY NOW

If you're ready to bring your protection expertise to projects that matter, we d love to hear from you.

Let s engineer a better future.