Summary We are seeking a hands-on Protection and Control Engineer to provide critical engineering support across two closely integrated transmission substation schemes at live operational sites. The role involves working within a contractor-led, multidisciplinary environment to support FEED, detailed design, assurance, and construction interface activities. The engineer will focus on completing design packages, resolving interfaces, and maintaining programme momentum for new and modified 400 kV and 132 kV substation assets, including GIS/AIS interfaces, transformers, reactors, cable circuits, and auxiliary systems.
Key responsibilities include developing and coordinating protection and control design packages, preparing and updating key line diagrams, schematics, logic and interlocking diagrams, and associated schedules. The role requires reviewing existing schemes, supporting relay application and assessment activities, and coordinating interfaces with primary plant, HV cables, civils, telecoms, SCADA, and commissioning teams. The engineer will also manage design assurance processes, respond to technical queries, and provide progress updates to maintain project delivery.
This delivery-focused position requires strong coordination skills and the ability to work constructively with multidisciplinary teams, OEMs, client assurance, and site personnel. The role demands clear technical communication, proactive problem-solving, and adherence to quality and safety standards.
Skills Proven experience in protection and control design for high-voltage transmission substations (132 kV, 275 kV, 400 kV) Ability to produce and modify detailed secondary system drawings and schedules independently Strong understanding of protection philosophies for transformers, reactors, busbars, feeders, and switchgear Experience integrating new equipment into existing operational substations and working with legacy or vendor-controlled information Knowledge of GIS and AIS substation projects, equipment replacement, extensions, and brownfield modifications Familiarity with design assurance, technical query management, document control, and staged design delivery Excellent coordination and stakeholder management skills across multidisciplinary teams and contractors Competent written and verbal communication skills for clear technical correspondence and reporting Ability to identify and resolve design conflicts and interface dependencies Proactive approach to quality, safety, and programme management Software/Tools AutoCAD or equivalent electrical design software Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) Common data environments such as Asite, SharePoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud Certifications & Standards Chartered Engineer status or working towards professional registration (desirable) Familiarity with National Grid technical specifications and design assurance processes (desirable) Knowledge of relevant electrical engineering standards and safety regulations
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Protection & Control Engineer in Slough employer: Morson Edge
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