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Base salary: £70k – 85k
Vacancy: Principal Design Engineer - Protection
Join our Smart Infrastructure Division as Principal Design Engineer – Protection.
Siemens Digital Grid has secured a position on the National Grid 5 Year Light Current Framework, providing robust systems with Siemens technology on new and existing National Grid substations, with an emphasis on safety and low carbon footprint.
Location: This role is flexible within the UK, allowing remote work with occasional travel. Initially, presence at Hebburn office for 2-3 days per week during training is required.
We foster a friendly and engaging culture, investing in employee development through training, mentoring, and Chartership support.
How you will make an impact:
* Deliver transmission protection and control systems in collaboration with end-customers across domains.
* Lead protection engineering teams, mentoring team members for growth.
* Assess and optimize Protection Engineering processes for efficiency and project delivery.
* Provide innovative technical solutions for UK Transmission and Distribution projects.
* Ensure Siemens solutions comply with policies and standards.
* Maintain high customer service standards and quality assurance.
* Apply strong problem-solving, fault-finding, and analytical skills.
* Offer technical feedback to Sales, Proposals, and Operations teams.
* Promote knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Skills and experience required:
* Experience in multidisciplinary teams delivering Protection and Automation solutions.
* Knowledge of protection/control systems on the National Grid transmission network.
* Understanding of National Grid standards and delivery processes.
* Experience as a Contractor Design Approval Engineer (or similar role).
* Design expertise in circuit diagrams, interface diagrams, cubicle design, settings, and testing FAT.
* Proficiency with industry-standard design software; SIPROTEC/DIGSI knowledge is a plus.
* Experience with protection solutions for NG or EPC projects, in brownfield or greenfield contexts.
* Excellent interpersonal skills for team and client coordination.
* Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering with extensive industry experience.
Additional benefits:
* Performance-based bonus.
* Flexible working hours.
* Generous pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution).
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with options to buy/sell days.
We support diverse candidates and are committed to equitable opportunities. Please share any specific requirements during your application.
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