Principal Protection & Control Engineer - T&D

Stantec; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Stantec seeks an experienced Principal Protection & Control Engineer in Bristol to lead high voltage projects across the UK. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage in delivering innovative solutions for energy infrastructure improvements.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering and substantial experience designing protection systems, ensuring the reliability and safety of electrical networks while meeting evolving industry standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working on distribution networks as a Protection & Control Design Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of relays, sizing calculations, and protection grading studies.
• Experience producing AC/DC schematics and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver protection and control solutions for high voltage electrical projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on diverse energy projects.
• Engage in innovation-focused initiatives and technology assessments.

Skills

Protection systems knowledge

Collaboration skills

Safety-focused mindset

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

The energy sector is undergoing a period of rapid transformation, driven by increasing demand, evolving regulation, ambitious carbon reduction targets, and accelerating technological innovation. This is a pivotal moment to be part of an industry shaping a more sustainable future.

We are looking to connect with experienced Principal Protection & Control Engineers who are passionate about making a difference and want to play a key role in this transition. Joining our industry‑leading Energy team offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of technically challenging and impactful projects across the UK, supporting major clients at the forefront of change.

See the below link for more information on our Energy sector teams: Stantec Energy Transition – UK

About The Role

As a Principal Protection & Control Engineer, you will be part of a highly collaborative and knowledgeable team delivering projects across multiple technical disciplines. You will work on diverse schemes, including HVDC, interconnectors, wind farms, substations, overhead lines, and connection projects, as well as refurbishment and new‑build developments.

You will take projects from early‑stage concept and FEED through to detailed design, providing support during construction and energisation. Working on systems up to 400 kV, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and clients, contributing to the delivery of safe, efficient, and high‑quality engineering solutions.

Alongside core project delivery, you will also have the opportunity to engage in innovation‑focused initiatives, including standardisation, technology assessment, and working with suppliers to explore and implement new products and services.

Your Impact

In this role, you will play a critical part in ensuring the reliable and safe operation of electrical networks by delivering high‑quality protection and control solutions. Your work will directly influence the performance and resilience of key infrastructure, helping clients meet evolving demands while navigating the complexities of the energy transition.

By developing robust designs, reviewing third‑party deliverables, and applying your technical expertise to protection systems, you will help drive consistency, quality, and compliance across projects. Your involvement in commissioning activities and design reviews will ensure that systems are implemented effectively and perform as intended.

Beyond technical delivery, you will be a valued contributor to a growing and collaborative team environment, sharing knowledge and supporting continuous improvement. Through your work, you will help deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that address industry‑wide efficiency and environmental challenges, making a tangible impact on the future of energy in the UK.

About You

You are an experienced Protection & Control Engineer with a strong technical foundation and a deep understanding of electrical networks within the energy sector. You bring a proactive, safety‑focused mindset and thrive in environments where collaboration and innovation are key to success.

You Will Bring

• A degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Proven experience working on distribution networks as a Protection & Control Design Engineer
• Strong knowledge of protection systems, including relays and relay panels, CT and VT sizing calculations, and protection grading studies
• Experience producing detailed AC/DC schematics and design documentation
• Familiarity with UK electrical standards and practices, with an understanding of CDM regulations
• A strong commitment to safety, with demonstrable experience in risk identification and mitigation
• Ideally, experience working with National Grid processes and standards
• The ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients

Why Join Us

• We put people first: We're proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025, recognized as one of the world’s top 10 most sustainable companies 2025 by Corporate Knights, and named Best Place to Work and International Consulting Firm of the Year at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups).
• Growth: We're on an exciting growth journey across the UK – we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Hybrid / Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world‑class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.