🔌 Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer - Transmission & Distribution
📍 Location: Staffordshire or Glasgow with hybrid working arrangements
📅 Full-time | Permanent
Are you an experienced Protection & Control Systems Engineer with a passion for delivering innovative solutions in the Transmission & Distribution sector? My client are looking for a technical leader to join their growing team of experts.
As a Lead Engineer, you'll take ownership of the design and implementation of Protection Systems across high-impact energy infrastructure projects throughout the UK. You'll work closely with clients and internal teams, ensuring our solutions meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and performance.
🔧 What You'll Do:
✔ Lead the technical delivery of Protection & Control systems across key projects
✔ Design and review SLDs, schematics, layouts, and system architecture
✔ Chair design workshops and engage stakeholders to align on compliant solutions
✔ Conduct site visits and support installation, commissioning, and testing activities
✔ Produce and review essential technical documentation (FDS, design specs, compliance reports)
✔ Support sales, tenders, and project management with expert technical input
✔ Ensure successful delivery within time, budget, and quality targets
✅ What You'll Bring:
🔹 Proven experience in Protection & Control engineering within T&D systems
🔹 Strong understanding of UK standards, client requirements, and key technologies
🔹 Hands-on knowledge of IEC61850, substation protocols, and cybersecurity considerations
🔹 Experience with leading vendor technologies
🔹 Relevant technical degree or equivalent experience
🔹 Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
Please apply ASAP if you are interested to hear more.