Protection and Control (Secondary) Design Engineer

Mott MacDonald; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension matched by employer up to 7%

Life assurance and Private Medical Insurance options

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Health screening

Maternity leave 26 weeks

Enhanced paternity leave

Adoption leave

Shared parental leave

Professional subscriptions

Job summary

A prominent engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Protection and Control Design Engineer for the 150 MW Battery Energy Storage System project, Europe's largest of its kind. The ideal candidate will have a relevant electrical engineering degree and experience in designing HVAC protection systems from 11 kV to 400 kV. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with standards, collaborating across engineering disciplines, and managing documentation effectively. This role offers competitive benefits and the chance to contribute to a critical energy project.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a focus on Power Systems.
• Experience in design for HVAC systems at voltage levels from 11 kV to 400 kV.
• Proficient in coordinating with other design disciplines effectively.
• Knowledge of UK HV/EHV standards and constructions.
• Understanding of ENA G99 and DNO G81 policies.
• Ability to coordinate with structural, planning, procurement teams.
• Experience writing technical protection system documents.
• Strong workload prioritisation to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Interface all electrical equipment in HV/EHV substations to ensure design compliance.
• Maintain knowledge of applicable standards and legislation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with design teams to deliver complex solutions.

Skills

HVAC protection systems design

Knowledge of British and International Standards

Pro-active problem-solving

Technical documentation writing

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

About Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence.

We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities. We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities – from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk – our projects make a real difference.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

A Mott MacDonald Bentley we welcome applications from all sectors of the community. We are dedicated to building a diverse workplace where everyone feels included, has the opportunity to thrive, and is treated with respect. Even if you don’t meet every requirement for this role but are excited about the opportunity, we encourage you to apply. Find out more about our approach to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion here: "https://www.mottmacbentley.co.uk/people". We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier‑free and as inclusive as possible. This includes making adjustments during the job application process and throughout your future career with us. Please call 01756 691572 or email [e-mail] to discuss any such adjustments that we can make. You can read more about our Equal Opportunities Policy here: Equality, diversity and inclusion.

Project Overview

We’re looking for a Protection and Control Design Engineer to play a key role in the 150 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at Wilton International, Teesside. The project is set to be Europe’s largest battery energy storage system – it will contribute significantly to the UK’s grid resiliency and net‑zero targets.

Responsibilities

• As part of the wider electrical design team, the protection and control engineer is responsible for interfacing all items of electrical equipment typically found within an HV or EHV substation to ensure that the protection and control strategy is implemented.
• Maintain a working knowledge of relevant and applicable British and International Standards including ENA G99 and application of DNO’s G81 policies and procedures.
• Identify and ensure design compliance with all relevant standards, legislation, customer requirements, DNO standards and contract specifications throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• A Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems Electrical preferred).
• Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the Power industry.
• Demonstrable experience in the design of complete HVAC protection systems ranging from 11 kV to 132 kV from previous roles and projects, ideally extending experience to 275 kV and 400 kV electrical projects.
• Working understanding of industry HV and EHV substation installation standards and specifications within the UK.
• Pro‑active approach to activities and problems.
• Coordinate with other design disciplines (structural design, planning, primary electrical design, procurement, CAD technicians) efficiently and effectively to deliver complex design solutions.
• Experience in writing and understanding technical documents relating to all aspects of protection systems.
• Ability to prioritise workloads in a proactive and organised fashion using software tools as necessary to ensure key deadlines are met and relevant parties are kept informed.

What we can offer

• Pension matched by employer up to 7 %.
• Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave.
• Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options.
• 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave / shared parental leave.
• Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs.
• Gym membership discounts UK wide.
• Cycle to work scheme, interest‑free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available.

Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.