
Senior Electrical Engineer - Control & Protection
Climate17 is working with a leader in high-voltage design, installation, and commissioning services.
They are driving the UK's future energy landscape with innovative projects, from 11kV to 400kV.
As their operations grow, they are looking for a skilled Senior Electrical Engineer to join their multi-disciplinary Engineering team.
Role
Reporting to an Engineering Manager, you’ll serve as a design authority, collaborate on control and protection equipment designs, mentor colleagues, and directly contribute to the energy transition.
Responsibilities
You'll design and implement Protection & Control solutions for transmission networks (13kV and above) across all project stages.
- Create functional design specifications and work to type register the designs.
- Develop detailed designs for Protection & Control cabinets.
- Select appropriate protection equipment.
- Configure IEDs and prepare test procedures.
- Provide technical support during factory testing and commissioning.
- Work closely with our client’s type approval authority.
- Address technical queries during site installations.
- Mentor junior engineers within the project team.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team throughout the project.
Requirements
- Degree or equivalent, in electrical power systems engineering or a related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in Protection & Control design for substations (13kV and above).
- Strong understanding of type registration requirements and process
- Awareness of transmission network protection and supervision schemes.
- Proficiency in configuring IEDs using vendor software packages.
- Experience with National Grid Electricity Transmission design processes is preferred.
- Ability to read technical specifications and coordinate projects effectively.
- Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm.
We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace.
We believe there is no solution to climate change without people.
We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know.
- Start: 17/04/2025
- Rate: £65000 - £75000 per annum
- Location: Staffordshire,England
- Type: Permanent
- Industry: Engineering
- Recruiter: Climate17 Ltd
- Contact: Paul Lathbury
- Tel: 07874 848998
- Email: to view click here
- Reference: BH-6733
- Posted: 2025-04-17 10:38:04 -
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