Senior/Principal Control & Protection (C&P) Engineer

AECOM; London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm in London is seeking an experienced electrical engineer for their Transmission and Distribution business. You will develop P&C solutions and ensure designs comply with standards, with extensive experience in high voltage installations required. This role offers hybrid working arrangements and a focus on sustainable energy projects.

Benefits

Hybrid work options

Technical practice networks

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in P&C FEED or detailed design of high voltage installations (132kV to 400kV).
• Knowledge of transmission HV design process.
• Strong experience in working with transmission voltages 275kV/400kV.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and optimise P&C solutions for various Transmission & Distribution clients.
• Review designs to ensure they are technically compliant.
• Conduct Protection Coordination Study and Settings calculations.

Skills

Client-focused mindset

Team player

Flexible across multiple projects

Education

HNC, HND, BSc/BEng or MSc/MEng in Electrical/Power Engineering

Tools

ETAP software

Job description

Overview

Company: AECOM. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services from advisory and planning to design, engineering, and construction management. Our work helps people and communities thrive by delivering infrastructure projects that balance reliability, sustainability, and innovation.

We are a global team of over 50,000 professionals delivering projects that create positive and tangible impact. We are united by a common purpose to deliver a better world and foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion.

Job Description

Start here. Grow here. At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector’s transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future. As Europe accelerates efforts to reduce carbon emissions and transition to clean energy, we’re playing a pivotal role in delivering innovative, low-carbon energy solutions that meet the growing demands of the industry, our communities, and the planet.

As a global leader in advisory, engineering, environmental, programme delivery and construction services, we’re committed to delivering resilient, sustainable legacies. From wind and solar to hydropower, energy storage, hydrogen and nuclear, our projects span the entire energy ecosystem, enabling the UK’s transition to a greener future. We’re proud to be working on some of the most iconic energy projects, ensuring a balanced, reliable, and sustainable energy mix for future generations.

Become part of our dynamic Transmission and Distribution business, which boasts approximately 60 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier electrical, civil and mechanical engineers to deliver projects ranging from small initiatives to large-scale ventures such as the Great Grid Upgrade Great Grid Partnership: enabling the UK’s energy transition from concept to completion.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and optimise P&C solutions including creation of key line diagrams, schematic diagrams, relay settings, SCADA topology diagrams, wiring diagrams, design specifications, interface drawings, etc. for various Transmission & Distribution clients.
• Review designs produced by suppliers to ensure they are technically compliant and aligned with National Grid/Client policies and standards.
• Owner’s Engineer role to review and comment on supplier designs and calculations on behalf of HV Clients, including for BESS and Renewables projects.
• Protection Coordination Study and Settings calculations where required using ETAP or similar software (desired).

Qualifications

• An electrical/power engineering or similar qualification, such as an HNC, HND, BSc/BEng and/or an MSc/MEng.
• Knowledge of transmission HV design process and related project experience (National Grid or SSE preferred).
• Extensive experience in P&C FEED or detailed design of high voltage installations (132kV to 400kV).
• Good team player with a client-focused mindset and customer-facing skills.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple projects.
• Strong experience in working with transmission voltages 275kV/400kV; consulting, utility, renewable generation or OEM background.

Additional Information

We celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail]. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We offer a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, including career pathways, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days. You will have hybrid work options and the flexibility to work from an AECOM office, remote location or client site.

For further information about the role, reach out to the recruiter on LinkedIn or email [e-mail].

About AECOM: AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm delivering services across transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment. We are committed to environmental, social and governance priorities and to delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we value everyone's potential and support a Disability Confident Interview Scheme. If you would like to apply through this scheme, please contact [e-mail].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10115149 | Business Line: Energy | Business Group: DCS | Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India | Career Area: Engineering | Work Location Model: Hybrid