Job Description
Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across energy, water, and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover exceeding £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley is a leader in the industry. The robust business performance provides an excellent environment for career growth.
We are seeking a Protection and Control Design Engineer to play a key role in the 150MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at Wilton International, Teesside. This project, set to be Europe's largest battery energy storage system, will significantly contribute to the UK's grid resilience and net-zero targets.
The role of a Protection and Control (Secondary) Design Engineer includes:
1. Collaborating within the electrical design team to interface electrical equipment in HV or EHV substations, ensuring protection and control strategies are correctly implemented.
2. Possessing knowledge of relevant British and International Standards, including ENA G99 and DNO G81 policies and procedures.
3. Ensuring design compliance with all standards, legislation, customer requirements, DNO standards, and contract specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
What you’ll need:
* A Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems Electrical).
* Experience with consultancy, contractor, or utility in the Power industry.
* Proven experience in designing HVAC protection systems from 11kV to 132kV, with extended experience in 275kV and 400kV projects preferred.
* Understanding of UK industry HV and EHV substation standards and specifications.
* A proactive approach to activities and problem-solving.
* Ability to coordinate effectively with other design disciplines to deliver complex solutions.
* Experience in writing and understanding technical documents related to protection systems.
* Strong organizational skills to prioritize workloads and meet deadlines using appropriate software tools.
What we can offer:
At Mott MacDonald Bentley, we offer a competitive salary based on experience and core benefits including:
* Employer-matched pension up to 7%
* Options for leave purchase, sale, and carry-over
* Life assurance, private medical, critical illness insurance, and health screening
* Extended maternity, paternity, and adoption leave options
* Payment of professional subscription fees
* UK-wide gym discounts
* Cycle to work scheme, interest-free season ticket loans, and dining discounts
Note: Mott MacDonald Bentley is not currently offering sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK due to recent changes by the UK Government. We welcome applications from candidates eligible through other immigration routes.
About Mott MacDonald
Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management, and development consultancy committed to improving society through social outcomes, excellence, and digital innovation. We value respect, progress, integrity, drive, and excellence, and invest in our people through training, development, and diverse project opportunities.
Our projects aim to benefit communities, such as securing water supplies and protecting against flood risks. We promote diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from all community sectors and providing accessible recruitment practices. For adjustments or more information, contact us at 01756 691572 or recruitment@jnbentley.co.uk. Learn more about our Equal Opportunities Policy on our website.
Agile working
We support a flexible and agile working environment that benefits our employees and aligns with business needs.
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