Senior Control and Protection Engineer

Overview

In this role you will help shape HVDC protection and control systems for large infrastructure projects at NGV. You will contribute to design assurance and delivery, work with OEMs to meet grid standards, and support interfaces across converter technology, grid connection, and installation activities. The position offers exposure to pioneering interconnector projects like LionLink and collaboration with global partners. You will develop specialist HVDC expertise while driving critical system integration for energy transition.

Pay / Benefits

• competitive salary 64,000–76,000 per annum
• bonus based on personal and company performance
• contributory pension with up to 12% company match
• share incentive plan
• salary sacrifice car and technology schemes
• employee assistance lines and matched charity giving

Responsibilities

• Develop and assure protection and control requirements from concept to delivery
• Coordinate with OEMs to demonstrate compliance with GB Grid Code and project specs
• Review designs, studies, and proposals to resolve engineering challenges
• Support critical interfaces across converter tech, grid connection, cable, civil, and project teams
• Participate in factory acceptance testing, site testing, commissioning and installation support
• Assist integration of protection, control, communications and auxiliary systems
• Contribute technical input to tender evaluations and future technology selections

Key requirements

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Control Systems or related discipline
• Genuine interest in power transmission, renewable energy integration or major infrastructure projects
• Knowledge of HVDC technology, protection and control systems, substations or electrical systems (desirable)
• Ability to analyse technical information and communicate with stakeholders
• Strong problem-solving skills and proactive learning attitude
• Collaborative mindset and ability to contribute within a team

• Curiosity
• Collaborative mindset
• Effective communication with a variety of stakeholders
• HVDC protection and control systems
• Protection and control knowledge in substations
• System integration across protection, control, communications and auxiliary systems

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