Senior HV Protection & Control Design Engineer

Morgan Sindall Group Plc; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer to oversee the design and review of HV substations. The successful candidate will manage the production of drawings and technical documentation while collaborating with major utilities. Key qualifications include an electrical engineering degree and strong experience in HV substation design. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance

Matched contributory pension plan

Life assurance scheme

25 days annual leave

Discount scheme (including gym membership)

Flexible working

Family friendly policies

Professional development

Qualifications

• Strong experience in HV substation protection and control design.
• Familiarity with UK utility standards (National Grid, SSEN, SPEN, etc.).
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams from concept to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Direct the design of protection and control systems for HV substations.
• Design SCADA and automation systems using IEC 61850 and DNP3 protocols.
• Produce and review key line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Build relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

Skills

HV substation protection and control design

Communication skills

Decision-making skills

Mentoring skills

Education

BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering (Power/HV focus)

Tools

ETAP

MathCAD

Siemens DIGSI

GE Enervista

Job description

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking a Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer to oversee the design and review of HV substations. The successful candidate will manage the production of drawings and technical documentation while collaborating with major utilities. Key qualifications include an electrical engineering degree and strong experience in HV substation design. The position offers comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and flexible working arrangements.