Protection & Control Engineer (Energy)

WSP; Ireland; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunity to purchase additional leave

Support for development and training

Job summary

WSP in Ireland is looking for a Protection & Control Engineer to help deliver the power transmission infrastructure for Net Zero. You will design systems for electrical power transmission and work within a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves creating detailed engineering designs, conducting technical analysis, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. WSP offers a hybrid work model, flexible hours, and a culture of inclusivity while investing in employee growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing protection and control systems.
• Experience conducting site surveys and technical analysis.
• Preferable - Working towards chartered engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Design protection and control systems for electrical networks.
• Develop engineering drawings and design documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers.

Skills

Protection and control design

Electrical Engineering standards

Technical documentation interpretation

Substation control equipment knowledge

Protocol knowledge (IEC 61850, IEC 60870)

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Role Overview

As a Protection & Control Engineer working within the UK Energy business, you will be responsible for working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver the power transmission infrastructure that will deliver Net Zero to the UK & Ireland Energy System. The role will involve design work across an extensive network, with a focus on the protection and control of electrical power transmission and distribution networks, supporting a portfolio of approximately 300km of overhead lines.

Responsibilities

• Design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission and distribution networks.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software tools such as AutoCAD and ETAP.
• Perform technical calculations and analysis to ensure the reliability and performance of protection and control systems.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather data for design purposes.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and construction teams to integrate protection and control design requirements into project plans.
• Review and approve design modifications and provide technical support during installation and commissioning.
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in protection and control technology and design practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in the design of protection and control schemes.
• Knowledge of Electrical Networks and Engineering standards.
• Experience of interpreting technical documentation relating to design.
• Knowledge and experience of working with main suppliers’ products of substation control equipment (such as ABB, Hitachi, Siemens, GE).
• Experience in main standard protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870.
• Preferable – Attained or working towards chartered engineer status.

Benefits

Work-life balance

At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It’s important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community. Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging

We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.

Flex your time

To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the “WSP My Hour,” allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.

We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.