Substation Protection and Control Design Engineer

Arcadis; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in professional services seeks a Substation Protection and Control Design Engineer in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves designing transmission protection systems, managing projects, and collaborating with stakeholders in the energy sector. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electrical engineering and experience with high voltage systems, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in power system protection design/application.
• Ability to calculate relay settings and prepare logic files.
• Strong communication skills for complex technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Design transmission protection systems for voltages up to 400 kV.
• Review in-house and external contractor designs.
• Manage client interface and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Power system protection design

Electrical schematic design

Communication skills

Risk management

Project management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ASPEN OneLiner

ETAP

Job description

Substation Protection and Control Design Engineer

Arcadis Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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Talent Acquisition Consultant @ Arcadis | Recruitment for Resilience

At Arcadis, we focus on attracting, retaining, and developing people who share our passion and commitment to improve quality of life. We offer opportunities to transform your world and the world around you through client work, upskilling, championing equality and inclusion, or charity involvement. We value different perspectives, care about sustainability, and dare to shape the future.

One of our core values is ‘people first’. Supported by our Lovinklaan foundation, we invest in your long-term growth to help you reach your full potential. You’ll have the opportunity to own your career, work on industry-defining projects, and develop personally and professionally in a flexible career path.

Role description:

The energy landscape is rapidly transforming. Join us as a Senior/Principal Substation Engineer and accelerate your career. You’ll be part of our industry-leading Transmissions and Distributions teams, partnering with clients to understand their challenges and applying your expertise to solve them.

As a Substation Design Engineer, you will work on engineering and construction projects mainly in industrial, transmission/distribution, and renewable sectors. You must understand complex technical, regulatory, and commercial issues and collaborate effectively with senior stakeholders.

Role accountabilities:

• Design transmission protection systems for voltages up to 400 kV.
• Review in-house and external contractor designs.
• Apply knowledge of safe electrical network design and operation, including development and construction.
• Advise on design and design change issues.
• Specialize in Electrical engineering; knowledge of other fields is advantageous.
• Experience with Construction and Design Management (CDM).
• Ensure design projects are undertaken by competent personnel and review designs by others.
• Propose, agree, and implement alternative solutions to transmission specifications and best practices.
• Deliver projects on time, within quality standards, and budget.
• Conduct site visits and non-intrusive surveys as needed.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks proactively.
• Determine the best technical solutions.
• Manage client interface, including coordination with infrastructure planners, construction teams, system operators, and stakeholders.
• Manage risk and CDM processes.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in power system protection design/application, ideally at transmission voltage levels up to 400 kV.
• Experience preparing protection and control design deliverables, feasibility studies, reports, and cost estimates.
• Ability to calculate relay settings and prepare logic files.
• Experience working with equipment suppliers, manufacturers, and professional bodies.
• Experience in detailed electrical schematic design for substation Protection and Control systems.
• Knowledge of Busbar, Feeder, Transformer, Reactor, Circuit Breaker fail, DAR protections, and SCADA interfaces; FACTS and HVDC protection are desirable.
• Familiarity with IEC61850 communication protocols.
• Experience preparing Single Line Diagrams, Substation Layouts, Key Line Drawings, and Cable protection plans.
• Proficiency with software such as ASPEN OneLiner and ETAP.
• National Grid TP141 Protection and Settings authorization is a plus.
• Strong communication skills for complex technical and commercial issues.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop effective relationships.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Why Become an Arcadian?

Our work impacts lives and the planet, making cities safer, resilient, and sustainable. We innovate with data-driven and digital solutions, tackling pressing challenges through design thinking and collaboration. We support the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and aim to be net zero carbon by 2030, reflecting our commitment to society and the environment.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging:

We foster an inclusive environment where everyone can bring their best selves. We value diversity across age, disability, faith, gender, LGBT+, and race, believing diverse teams foster innovation and success.

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Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Professional Services