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Protection control engineer

Glasgow (Glasgow City)
Permanent
Conrad Consulting
Controls engineer
Posted: 19 June
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Permanent

Glasgow, Scotland

Protection & Controls Engineer

A leading engineering team delivering major HV substation and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects is seeking an experienced Protection & Controls Engineer to support its expanding project portfolio across the UK.

This Protection & Controls Engineer position will focus on the design, integration and commissioning of protection and control systems for grid-connected infrastructure projects. The successful Protection & Controls Engineer will work within a multidisciplinary EPC environment delivering projects from concept design through to energisation and handover.

The Protection & Controls Engineer will play a key role in developing protection schemes, relay settings and control architectures while ensuring compliance with National Grid and DNO requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design protection and control systems for HV substations and BESS projects
  • Produce protection schematics, SLDs and interlocking diagrams
  • Complete relay grading studies and protection calculations
  • Configure and integrate protection relays, RTUs and SCADA systems
  • Support FAT, SAT and commissioning activities
  • Liaise with DNOs, TOs and National Grid stakeholders
  • Provide technical support during construction and commissioning
  • Ensure compliance with grid codes and industry standards
  • Requirements:

  • Degree in Electrical or Power Engineering
  • Previous experience as a Protection & Controls Engineer
  • Knowledge of differential, distance, overcurrent and earth fault protection
  • Experience using Siemens DIGSI, SEL, GE or Schneider relay platforms
  • Familiarity with IEC61850, DNP3 and IEC60870 protocols
  • Understanding of HV substation design and grid connection projects
  • This Protection & Controls Engineer opportunity offers involvement in large-scale renewable energy developments, career progression opportunities and exposure to cutting-edge energy infrastructure projects.

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