Senior Protection & Control Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the energy sector is seeking a skilled Protection & Control Design Engineer to join their dedicated team. This role involves designing and delivering critical electrical projects while ensuring the safety and reliability of power systems. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement, you'll have the opportunity to work on high-voltage distribution networks and collaborate with a talented team. If you have a passion for engineering and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in the industry while enhancing your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in power system protection with design and commissioning experience.
• Strong knowledge of protection relays and relay panels.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver electrical projects on distribution networks.
• Respond to faults and dispatch teams to ensure power continuity.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power System Protection

Design and Commissioning

Customer Relationship Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Safety Culture Adherence

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

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Client:

Carbon60

Location:

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

7

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Sector: Transmission

Location: Glasgow / Inverness - Hybrid - Site & Factory Visits as well as Infrequent Attendance in the Office

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Until End of December + Possible Extensions

Clearance: BPSS (DBS, Financial Probity, Employment History) + Medical Questionnaire & Proof of Right to Work in the UK

Overview:

Operations are responsible for keeping the lights on; we are at the front line on the Network. If we find a fault, it is our responsibility to respond to the fault, and dispatch our skilled teams to fix it as quickly as possible. We work in all hours, and through all weathers, ensuring our customers are never without power. Within Operations, the Strategic Investment Group is a focused team that design and deliver a wide range of construction projects within the UK. The team specialises in the design and construction of electrical projects on its distribution networks ranging from 6.6kV to 132kV.

Responsibilities:

• A minimum HND in Electrical Engineering, degree level is preferred.
• A minimum of seven years previous experience working in power system protection covering design, commissioning and fault investigation.
• Previous experience of working on Distribution Networks as a Protection & Control Design Engineer, including experience at 132kV to 400kV GIS & AIS.
• Knowledge and experience of protection relays and relay panels, CT & VT sizing calculations, protection relay setting calculations, and producing detailed and accurate drawings including main connection and protection diagrams.
• An interest in long-term development to identify and implement innovative and effective business improvements.
• Ability to support and guide other team members.
• Review Protection & Control Designs developed by third parties on the 132kV to 400kV Network for the client.

Personal Competencies:

• High regard for safety, embedding yourself in our safety culture and adhering to guidelines is a key priority.
• Outstanding customer relationship skills, with a commitment to providing a high level of service at all times.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable liaising with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external.
• Regular travel is required; candidates must hold a current driving license.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to deadlines.
• Sound knowledge of IT, particularly Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, and Outlook; a flair for picking up new IT systems is a great advantage.
• Integrate as part of a larger protection team, interacting with design/delivery colleagues in Strategic Investment, and staff in Regions.
• Enthusiasm, drive, and a flexible approach to work with the ability to adapt to changing business and project priorities.