At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and deliver innovative protection systems for power projects in renewable energy.
- Company: Join a respected consultancy known for cutting-edge technical expertise.
- Benefits: Generous benefits package, early finishes on Fridays, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for leadership and management roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while advancing your career towards Chartered Engineer status.
- Qualifications: 2.1 Degree in Electrical Engineering and 5 years' industry experience required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 60000 £ per year.
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Protection & Control Engineer to join this highly respected consultancy team. The team delivers leading-edge technical consultancy in the areas of Protection, Power Systems Analysis and Electrical Safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Undertake, oversee and deliver high-quality detailed protection design and engineering projects within the Transmission & Distribution and Renewable sectors.
- Producing design deliverables for grid connection projects between 33kV to 400kV including protection schematics, key single line diagrams, specifications, data sheets and other documentation required for electrical protection equipment.
- Attend all meetings with clients, project team, contractors etc., interacting with clients to achieve project objectives.
- Work alongside the Lead Electrical Engineer in implementing continual improvement processes within the Engineering function, highlighting any issues within the team and general opportunities for improvement as appropriate.
- Assist the Lead Electrical Engineer as required, working with DNO/DSO's.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, clients, suppliers etc.
- Regular review and management of assigned projects from inception to completion.
Your Skills
- A minimum of a 2.1 Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from a relevant university.
- Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
- At least 5 years' industry-related experience in an Electrical Engineer capacity.
- Experience in power engineering and design of transmission and distribution protection and control systems.
- Experience of working with Health, Safety & Environmental Procedures and production of Designer Risk Assessments, as necessary, to fulfil the Company's obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations.
- Proven ability to design protection systems and demonstrate rationale behind proposals.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership and strong team member.
- Prepared to travel to support UK-based customers with occasional travel to offshore locations.
- Actively demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently under pressure to meet deadlines efficiently.
This is an excellent opportunity to further your career within Protection & Control towards Chartered Status, Supervisory and Management roles depending on what stage you are in your career and is coupled by a generous benefits package and early finish on a Friday.
If you would like to learn more about this outstanding opportunity please call Adam Jones at Major Energy Recruitment or click Apply Now and send your CV and I will respond promptly.
Electrical Protection & Control Engineer employer: Major Energy Onshore
Join a highly respected consultancy team that values innovation and professional growth, offering an excellent work culture where your contributions are recognised and rewarded. With a focus on leading-edge technical consultancy in Protection and Power Systems, you will have the opportunity to work on impactful projects within the Transmission & Distribution and Renewable sectors, all while enjoying a generous benefits package and a supportive environment that encourages career advancement towards Chartered Engineer status and beyond.
