Protection Engineer

Location: Staffordshire

Protection & Substation Design Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Protection & Substation Design Engineer with in-depth, hands-on knowledge of protection systems and electrical substation scheme design. The role reports directly to the Engineering Team Leader for Protection Systems and involves leading technical projects from design through to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Lead technical engineering projects, including customer kick-off meetings and delivery through commissioning

Manage engineering scope, risks, and man-day budgets, providing regular project updates

Analyse customer specifications and produce technical documentation

Specify IEDs and software, ensuring compliance with safety standards

Resolve technical issues and support site engineers remotely or on-site

Lead FATs, SATs, and support major commissioning milestones

Essential Requirements

BSc in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

5+ years' experience in protection and electrical design engineering

Strong knowledge of protection functions, electrical schemes, and cubicle design

Experience designing and configuring protection relays and performing network studies

Willingness to travel locally and internationally, with a valid driving licence

Desirable

Experience with GE Substation Automation Solutions

Strong automation and protection system knowledge (LV, MV & HV)

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, flexible environment