Protection and Control Design Engineer – Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)
Base Location: Melksham, Oxford, Reading, Slough or Portsmouth
Salary: £61,620 – £72,592 plus a range of benefits
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
Overview
We are looking for an enthusiastic and diligent engineer to join the SSEN Protection & Control (P&C) Team working across the Southern Distribution Network. As a P&C Engineer, you’ll work with a passionate team on projects from 6.6kV to 132kV, taking designs from concept through construction and energisation. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to deliver compliant, cost‑effective solutions on time and engage in innovation and standardisation.
You Will
* Develop scoping documentation and Main Connections & Protection (MC&P) Diagrams
* Review Protection & Control (P&C) designs from third parties for 11kV, 33kV and 132kV networks for SSEN
* Specify P&C equipment such as relays, CTs and VTs
* Produce detailed designs, including AC/DC schematics, and carry out protection grading studies and relay file/settings creation
* Review Commissioning Plans, attend panel meetings and witness FAT and on‑site commissioning as required
You Have
* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field
* Proven experience working on Distribution Networks from 11kV to 132kV, ideally a UK Distribution Network
* Background as a Protection & Control Design Engineer, including work at 11kV, 33kV and 132kV
* Proficient in protection relays, relay panels, CT & VT sizing, protection grading studies and producing accurate AC/DC schematics
* Strong knowledge of UK electrical standards, CDM regulations and a commitment to safety with experience in risk mitigation
Regular travel is required and we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a current driving licence.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We’re transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in home‑grown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses.
We offer flexible benefits including private healthcare discounts, gym memberships, wellbeing benefits, interest‑free loans and generous family entitlements such as maternity, adoption and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact fiona.smith@sse.com / 01738 340954 to discuss how we can support you.
We’re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. If offered a role with SSE, you will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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