Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer HV

Mesh-AI Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000 - GBP 85,000; Full time

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

Overview

United Kingdom

Baker Hicks have grown rapidly in the Transmission & Distribution sector over the last ten years and has been successful in winning a number of major projects within the UK. As the demand to deliver exceptional engineering design from our clients continues to grow, an opportunity has arisen for a Principal Electrical (P&C) Engineer.

As a Principal P&C Engineer – HV role will be reporting to the Discipline Head – HV and will be responsible for ensuring the quality and consistency of the team's output in the production and control of drawings and technical documents.

You will also work with the Power Sector Director to assist during the bid process in order to secure further work.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of the UK’s energy infrastructure—Directing the design and review of high-voltage substation schemes (132kV–400kV), mentoring engineers, and collaborating with major UK utilities. Your work will directly contribute to safer, smarter, and more resilient energy systems.

Responsibilities

• Directing the design of protection and control systems for HV substations
• Designing SCADA and automation systems using IEC 61850 and DNP3 protocols
• Producing and reviewing key line diagrams, schematics, and technical documentation
• Collaborating with diverse, multi-disciplinary teams from concept to commissioning
• Building strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders

About You

• BEng/MEng in Electrical Engineering (Power/HV focus)
• Strong experience in HV substation protection and control design
• Familiarity with software like ETAP, MathCAD, Siemens DIGSI, GE Enervista
• Knowledge of UK utility standards (National Grid, SSEN, SPEN, etc.)
• Excellent decision-making, communication, and mentoring skills

Why this role?

You will form part of a team that is a reliable partner for some of the UK's largest critical infrastructure projects.

You will be joining a diverse, established team with a varied background of skills and expertise, who value new ideas and welcome innovative solutions. You are encouraged to take ownership and have freedom in collaboration

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will have links into the wider network of engineers within the business to learn and grow.

About BakerHicks

We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see:About | BakerHicks .

Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to:

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 (including gym membership, mobile phones etc)
• Family friendly policies
• Employee assistance

BakerHicks is an equal opportunity employer. We care about creating an inclusive atmosphere and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion throughout.

BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.