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Protection and control (secondary) design engineer

Maidstone
Mott Macdonald
Design engineer
Posted: 21h ago
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Position Overview

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business with access to the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across energy, water and environment sectors throughout the UK. With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott MacDonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth. We're looking for a Protection and Control Design Engineer to come and play a key role in the 150MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project at Wilton International, Teesside. The project - set to be Europe's largest battery energy storage system - will contribute significantly to the UK's grid resiliency and net zero targets.


Responsibilities and Qualifications

* As part of the wider electrical design team, the protection and control engineer is responsible for the interfacing all items of electrical equipment typically found within a HV or EHV substation to ensure that the protection and control strategy is implemented.
* Should ideally possess a working knowledge of relevant and applicable British and International Standards including ENA G99 and application of DNO's G81 policies and procedures.
* Identify and ensure design compliance with all relevant standards, legislation, customer requirements, DNO standards and contract specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
A Degree/HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems Electrical preferred).
* Previous experience with consultancy, contractor or utility in the Power industry.
* Demonstrable experience in the design of complete HVAC protection systems ranging from 11kV to 132kV from previous roles and projects, ideally extending experience in to 275kV and 400kV electrical projects.
* Have a working understanding of industry HV and EHV substation installation standards and specifications within the UK.
* Has the ability to demonstrate a pro‑active approach to activities and problems.
* Coordinate with other design disciplines (i.e. structural design, planning, primary electrical design, procurement, CAD technicians) efficiently and effectively to deliver complex designs solutions.
* Has prior some prior experience in writing and understanding technical documents relating to all aspects of protection systems
* Ability to prioritise workloads in a proactive and organised fashion (using software tools as necessary) to ensure key deadlines are met and reliant parties are kept informed.
Mott MacDonald Bentley are not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. This decision is as a consequence of the changes made to the Skilled Worker route by the UK Government in April 2024. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes in the UK, that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in future.


About Mott MacDonald

Mott MacDonald is a global engineering, management and development consultancy. Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients' businesses, our communities and employee opportunities. A fundamental part of this is respecting each person's differences and striving to meet their needs. Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence. We believe that because we care about what we do, we do things better. We know that our people are our most valuable asset, so we are dedicated to investing in them, through our comprehensive training and development schemes, exposure to the wider design and build business and endless opportunities. We are committed to creating a workplace where our people are safe, have a voice, can reach their full potential, and everyone shares in the rewards. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that benefit our communities - from helping to secure water supplies for future generations to protecting homes and businesses from flood risk - our projects make a real difference.


Benefits

* Pension matched by employer up to 7%
* Option to purchase, sell and carry over annual leave
* Life assurance / Private Medical Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance and Health Screening options
* 26 weeks maternity leave, enhanced paternity and adoption leave/ Shared parental leave
* Payment of annual professional institution subscription costs
* Gym Membership discounts UK wide
* Cycle to work scheme, interest free season ticket loans and discounted dining cards also available
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience
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