Protection & Control Engineer (Energy)

Overview

As a Protection & Control Engineer in WSP’s UK Energy practice, you design protection and control systems for power transmission that support Net Zero goals. You’ll join a multidisciplinary team delivering large-scale transmission infrastructure, with opportunities to develop technically and professionally over the next decade. Expect to tackle complex protection challenges, collaborate across projects, and work with state-of-the-art tools in a diverse, inclusive environment. This role offers meaningful impact on critical infrastructure and a clear path for growth.

Pay / Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Hybrid working policy (two days at home)
• Thrive wellbeing programme
• Virtual GP service
• Gymflex discount
• Menopause support package

Responsibilities

• Design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission and distribution networks
• Produce detailed drawings, specs and design documentation using AutoCAD and ETAP
• Perform technical calculations to ensure reliability and performance of protection and control systems
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety and environmental guidelines
• Conduct site surveys and data gathering for design
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers and construction teams
• Review and approve design changes and provide technical support during installation and commissioning
• Conduct design reviews and QA checks
• Stay updated on advancements in protection and control technology

Key requirements

• Proven experience in design of protection and control schemes
• Knowledge of Electrical Networks and Engineering standards
• Experience interpreting design-related technical documentation
• Experience with main suppliers’ substation control equipment (ABB, Hitachi, Siemens, GE)
• Experience with IEC 61850 and IEC 60870 protocols
• Desirable – Chartered engineer status or working towards

• Collaborative mindset
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Clear communication with cross-functional teams
• AutoCAD
• ETAP
• Protection and control system design

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