Protection & Control Engineer (Energy)

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Naas; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Employee resource groups

Health & wellbeing programmes

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer to join their team in Naas, Ireland. The ideal candidate will design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission networks. Responsibilities include developing engineering documentation, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating on project plans.

Benefits include a hybrid working policy, inclusive culture, health and wellbeing programmes, and professional development opportunities. Candidates with a minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering and related experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the design of protection and control schemes.
• Experience interpreting technical documentation relevant to design.
• Preferable: attainment or working towards chartered engineer status.

Responsibilities

• Design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission.
• Develop engineering drawings and design documentation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments.
• Collaborate with project teams and support during installation.

Skills

Design protection and control systems

Technical calculations and analysis

Knowledge of electrical networks

Experience with substation control equipment

Familiarity with IEC protocols

Education

Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for a Protection & Control Engineer to work within the UK Energy business, delivering power transmission infrastructure that supports the UK & Ireland Energy System’s Net Zero ambitions.

Responsibilities

The role requires:

• Design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission and distribution networks.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using tools such as AutoCAD and ETAP.
• Perform technical calculations and analysis to ensure 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 interpreting technical documentation relevant to design.
• Knowledge and experience with main suppliers’ substation control equipment (ABB, Hitachi, Siemens, GE).
• Experience with standard protocols such as IEC 61850 and IEC 60870.
• Preferable: attainment or working towards chartered engineer status.

Benefits

WSP offers a range of benefits to support work‑life balance, inclusion, health and wellbeing, flexible working and professional development.

• Hybrid working policy: up to two days from home per week.
• Inclusive culture with employee resource groups.
• Health & wellbeing programmes: virtual GP service, Gymflex scheme, menopause support.
• Flexible working arrangements and paid time off options.
• Professional development through training, mentoring and chartership.

Equal Opportunity 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.