Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the EDF Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer to join their team, based in Stone with hybrid working available.
This is a technically focused role, combining design, project leadership, and technical authority across Protection & Control systems within the UK Transmission and Distribution sector.
As a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality engineering solutions while acting as a technical lead and mentor within the wider project team.
Responsibilities
* Leading and advising on all Protection & Control aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards
o Leading design activities including chairing design workshops and review meetings, and working closely with internal and external stakeholders.
* Developing engineering deliverables such as:
o Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
o Key Line Diagrams (KLDs)
o System architecture and concept designs
* Producing and reviewing detailed Protection & Control designs including schematics, general arrangements and layouts, supporting calculations and schedules.
* Producing and reviewing technical documentation such as Functional Design Specifications and design intent and compliance documentation.
* Supporting tendering and sales teams with technical input and solution development.
* Undertaking site visits and non-intrusive surveys to support design and project delivery.
* Supporting client approval processes and ensuring solutions meet specifications and regulatory requirements.
* Supporting Project Managers with programme, cost, and change management activities.
* Identifying and managing technical risks to ensure successful project delivery in time, cost and quality.
* Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team.
Professional Qualifications
* Strong experience within Protection & Control systems in the UK Transmission & Distribution sector.
* Working knowledge of IEC 61850 and its application in substation environments.
* Experience with Protection & Control technologies across key industry vendors.
* Understanding of substation communication protocols and systems.
* Knowledge of cyber security requirements within Protection & Control design.
* Ability to produce and interpret complex engineering documentation and designs.
* Degree qualified (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.
Personal Skills
* A strong technical leader with excellent problem‑solving ability.
* Structured and analytical in approach.
* Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
* Able to lead, support, and mentor other engineers.
* An excellent communicator with both internal and external stakeholders.
* Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
* Flexible and adaptable to achieve the best project outcomes to travel and occasionally stay away from home.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays.
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
* Pension scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Private healthcare.
* Lifestyle screening.
* Salary sacrifice schemes.
* Mental health assistance programme.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Green car scheme.
* Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative.
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