Protection and Control Design Engineer

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Slough; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as a Protection and Control Design Engineer, working on innovative projects across the Southern Distribution Network. In this critical role, you'll engage in designing systems from concept to energisation, contributing to net zero goals. Your expertise in high-voltage distribution networks will help deliver compliant solutions, collaborate with diverse teams, and drive technology enhancements, while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships

Free online GP service

Interest-free loans on tech

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience on Distribution Networks from 11kV to 132kV.
• Background as a Protection & Control Design Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical standards and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop scoping documentation and Main Connections & Protection Diagrams.
• Review P&C designs for 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV networks.
• Produce detailed designs, including protection grading studies.

Skills

Protection & Control equipment specification

Protection grading studies

AC/DC schematics production

UK electrical standards knowledge

Risk mitigation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

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Base Location: Melksham, Oxford, Reading, Slough or Portsmouth

Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

We are looking for an enthusiastic and diligent engineer to join the SSEN Protection & Control (P&C) Team working across the Southern Distribution Network.

As a P&C Engineer, you’ll work with a passionate team on projects from 6.6kV to 132kV, taking designs from concept through construction and energisation. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver compliant, cost-effective solutions on time.

You’ll also engage in innovation, standardisation, technology assessments, and work with suppliers on new products and services.

Join us now to help tackle Net Zero challenges and embrace opportunities from new technologies and services.

You Will

• Develop scoping documentation and Main Connections & Protection (MC&P) Diagrams.
• Review Protection & Control (P&C) designs from third parties for 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV networks for SSEN.
• Specify P&C equipment such as relays, CTs, and VTs.
• Produce detailed designs, including AC/DC schematics, and carry out protection grading studies with relay file/settings creation.
• Review Commissioning Plans, attend panel meetings, and witness FAT and on-site commissioning as required.
  
  

You Have

• Proven experience working on Distribution Networks from 11kV to 132kV, ideally a UK Distribution Network.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field is required.
• Background as a Protection & Control Design Engineer, including work at 11kV, 33kV, and 132kV.
• Proficient in protection relays, relay panels, CT & VT sizing, protection grading studies, and producing accurate AC/DC schematics.
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical standards, CDM regulations, and a commitment to safety with experience in risk mitigation.
  
  

Regular travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving license.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact [e-mail] / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Project Management, Science, and Engineering

• Industries

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