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Protection & Controls Engineer (Design)

Stafford
Posted about 13 hours ago
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Protection & Controls Engineer (Design)

Location: Stafford

We're looking for a Protection & Controls Engineer (Design) to deliver high-quality HV & EHV protection design across UK electricity networks. This is a pure design role, focused on protection studies, relay application, and technical documentation (no operational or SCADA responsibilities).

  • Great salary (competitive and experience-dependent)
  • Excellent benefits package
  • Strong technical environment with clear progression opportunities

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The Role

  • Develop protection philosophies in line with DNO / National Grid standards
  • Carry out fault level calculations, grading & coordination studies
  • Design schemes for transformers, feeders, busbars & cables
  • Produce protection single lines, schematics & calculation reports
  • Support technical assurance and design reviews

About You

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
  • 3-7 years' experience in Protection & Controls design
  • Experience on UK DNO or National Grid projects
  • Strong knowledge of HV/EHV protection systems and relays (ABB, Siemens, SEL, GE, Schneider)
  • Working towards or holding CEng desirable

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Skills

HV Protection Design
EHV Protection Design
Fault Level Calculations
Grading & Coordination Studies
Protection Philosophies
Technical Documentation
Relay Application
Electrical Engineering

Location

Stafford, England, United Kingdom

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