Protection and Control Field Engineer

SSE Enterprise; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

SSE Enterprise seeks a dedicated Protection and Control Field Engineer in Reading to enhance operational safety across the distribution network. You'll develop systems of work and collaborate with stakeholders while managing protection schemes. Join a progressive energy company committed to a greener future with attractive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP consultation

Wellbeing support services

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Senior Authorised to 33kV or working towards 11kV minimum.
• Experience commissioning and maintaining protection schemes.
• Proven experience in managing safety with strong fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Promote operational safety by developing safe systems of work.
• Commission and maintain protection schemes accurately.
• Ensure effective operation and record plant and equipment data.

Skills

Fault-finding

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

HNC/equivalent in relevant subject

Job description

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SSE Enterprise

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Reading, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Protection and Control Field Engineer

• Job Number: 552313
• Closing at: Jul 8 2025 - 23:55 BST

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

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

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

Join Our Growing Team as a Protection and Control Field Engineer

We’re expanding our Technical Services Protection and Control Team and are looking for dedicated Protection and Control Field Engineers to support our mission.

As a Protection and Control Field Engineer, you will play a vital role in promoting operational safety across the Distribution network in the South.

You’ll develop and implement safe systems of work, leveraging protection schemes to enhance network safety.

We’re looking for a team player who’s comfortable working with stakeholders and has experience managing sub-contractors and third-party vendors.

You will:

• Promote operational safety across the Distribution network by developing safe systems of work.
• Identify how protection schemes can enhance network safety.
• Commission and maintain protection schemes accurately, working alongside trainee and experienced commissioning engineers.
• Ensure the safe and effective operation of the network.
• Record and update all plant and equipment information in the SEPD asset database.

You have:

• Senior Authorised to 33kV with SFT, or actively working towards this level. Minimum requirement 11kV.
• Experience commissioning and maintaining protection schemes in a similar role
• Knowledge of protection grading and settings calculations is desirable.
• Strong fault-finding skills, proactive in problem-solving and driving improvements, with a focus on managing safety.
• Proven team player with experience engaging stakeholders and managing sub-contractors and third-party vendors.
• Minimum HNC/equivalent in a relevant subject with industry experience and or extensive industry on site experience with protection and control equipment in a DNO or supplier role.

For this role you must have a full, 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.

, 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 / 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.