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Manchester, Leeds, Belfast Employment Type:
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Competitive - Depending On Experience NB. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be eligible for Security Clearance (SC), which typically requires long-term residency. At this time, Morson Projects is unable to provide visa sponsorship, though this may be reviewed in the future. At
Morson Projects, we're delivering
major national infrastructure projects
that will define the future of the UK's energy network. With increased investment in
transmission network expansion, system automation, and HVDC integration, we're looking for a
highly experienced design engineer
to play a leading role in the next generation of
protection & control (P&C) solutions. If you have extensive expertise in
high-voltage protection scheme design, system integration, and relay coordination, this is your opportunity to take on a
career-defining challenge. ________________________________________ What You'll Be Doing
As a
Principal Protection & Control Engineer, you will be at the forefront of designing, integrating, and optimising
protection systems for 132kV-400kV substations. Your expertise will be critical in:
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Protection & Control System Design Leading
FEED and detailed design
for protection relays, interlocking, and control schemes. Developing
SLDs, KLDs, schematics, and wiring diagrams
to
National Grid (NGTS) and DNO standards. Defining protection philosophies and ensuring
Grid Code and Engineering Recommendation compliance
(ER G59, G99, P28, P29, P22, P24, etc.). -
System Integration & IEC 61850 Digital Substations Designing and implementing
IEC 61850-based automation, including GOOSE messaging, SCADA, RTUs, and substation LAN/WAN architecture. Ensuring seamless
relay coordination, teleprotection, and automation system integration. Managing
LVAC/LVDC auxiliary systems, UPS, and battery sizing calculations
for compliant system design. -
HVDC & Offshore Grid Connections Contributing to
DC protection design, including
converter station protection, fault detection, and AC/DC grid stability. Developing
transmission line differential protection strategies
for offshore interconnectors. Leading
P&C design assurance
to meet
CDAE/LCDAE
requirements for National Grid and EPC projects. Conducting
hazard review meetings, identifying
fault scenarios, system stability risks, and transient analysis solutions. -
Tender & Project Delivery for Major Transmission Projects Preparing and managing
P&C tender packages, including
relay setting reports, factory acceptance testing
(FAT), and site acceptance testing
(SAT). Evaluating technical offers and compliance with NG/DNO frameworks. Your work will be at the cutting edge of
protection and control engineering, ensuring the UK's power network is
smarter, more resilient, and future-proof. ________________________________________ What Makes You the Perfect Fit?
This role is for an experienced protection & control design leader with a
strong background in transmission and substation engineering. You should have: Extensive experience in
high-voltage (132kV-400kV )
P&C system design. Deep expertise in
relay coordination, fault analysis, and system stability. Proficiency in
IEC 61850
system integration,
SCADA, and
digital substation automation. Strong knowledge of
National Grid standards ,
DNO frameworks, and HVDC protection. Proven leadership in
managing design assurance, risk reviews, and technical compliance. Chartered Engineer status (or equivalent industry experience). Ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and drive best practices. This is
not a step-up role -
we're looking for someone who is already
leading major design projects
and ready to take on
one of the most exciting challenges in the UK energy sector. ________________________________________ Why Join Morson Projects?
At
Morson Projects, we don't just offer a job - we offer a
career with impact. Work on
transformational power projects
that will define the UK's energy future. Full support for professional development, including chartership and paid memberships. A
collaborative engineering environment
where your expertise is valued and rewarded. Competitive salary, hybrid working, and flexibility
to shape your role. Company-funded social events, team-building activities, and mentoring opportunities. This is an
unmissable opportunity
to be at the
forefront of high-voltage grid transformation, delivering projects that will shape the future of the UK's power network. ________________________________________ Ready to Take the Lead?
If you're looking for a
senior role where your expertise will define the next generation of protection & control engineering, we want to hear from you.
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Employment type Full-time Job function
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