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Lead HV Protection & Control Design Engineer – Substations

Mesh-AI Limited

United Kingdom

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GBP 65,000 - GBP 85,000

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Job summary

A prominent engineering firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Principal Electrical (P&C) Engineer to oversee design and quality control in HV projects. The role involves directing design for high-voltage substations, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess a BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering, experience in HV design, and proficiency in relevant software. The firm offers competitive benefits and values innovative thinking in all its projects.

Benefits

Company car or cash allowance
Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan
25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave
Discount scheme (gym membership, mobile phones, etc.)
Family friendly policies
Employee assistance

Qualifications

  • Strong experience in HV substation protection and control design.
  • Familiarity with UK utility standards (National Grid, SSEN, SPEN).
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for collaboration and client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Direct the design of protection and control systems for HV substations.
  • Design SCADA and automation systems using IEC 61850 and DNP3 protocols.
  • Produce and review line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams from concept to commissioning.
  • Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

HV substation protection and control design
Decision-making skills
Communication skills
Mentoring skills

Education

BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering (Power/HV focus)

Tools

ETAP
MathCAD
Siemens DIGSI
GE Enervista
Job description
A prominent engineering firm in the United Kingdom seeks a Principal Electrical (P&C) Engineer to oversee design and quality control in HV projects. The role involves directing design for high-voltage substations, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with clients and cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess a BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering, experience in HV design, and proficiency in relevant software. The firm offers competitive benefits and values innovative thinking in all its projects.
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