At a Glance
- Tasks: Take charge of protection schemes for electrical power systems and ensure operational excellence.
- Company: Join Ørsted, a leader in sustainable energy with a focus on safety and quality.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible work locations, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with a commitment to high standards and continuous optimisation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on critical infrastructure while working with top-notch engineers.
- Qualifications: Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience; expertise in power system protection required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Join us in this role where you’ll take operational responsibility for protection schemes and philosophies for electrical power systems, driving technical excellence, reducing operational risk, and supporting safe, stable power system operation across our critical infrastructure.
You’ll be part of the Transmission & Cables team where you together with your colleagues will ensure the integrity, safety, and performance of Ørsted’s electrical infrastructure, supporting assets in operation and continuous optimisation. As a team, we work collaboratively across disciplines, share deep technical expertise, and take pride in setting high standards for safety, quality, and engineering excellence.
Responsibilities
- Define, govern, and maintain protection philosophies and technical specifications for electrical systems
- Protection of electrical equipment and systems, including coordination of protective devices
- Test, and maintain protective relays and other protection equipment
- Utilise and update protection schemes for electrical power systems
- Communicate between protective devices and control systems
- Perform fault analysis and power system studies
- Monitor and analyse system performance to identify and resolve issues
- Collaborate with other engineers and technical staff to implement protection strategies
- Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations
Qualifications
- Have a completed degree within electrical engineering, or equivalent experience
- Demonstrate in-depth expertise in power system protection and control concepts
- Apply protection relays and power system analysis tools confidently in complex environments
- Interpret and apply technical standards and regulatory frameworks effectively
- Communicate clearly and professionally in English, both written and spoken
- Take ownership, influence technical direction, and collaborate effectively across stakeholders
This role is open for one of our locations in Denmark, Germany, Malaysia, Poland, or the UK.
Senior Protection Engineer (m/f/d) in London employer: Ørsted Udvikling & Ledelse
Ørsted is an exceptional employer that prioritises safety, quality, and engineering excellence within a collaborative work culture. Employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to work on critical infrastructure projects that contribute to sustainable energy solutions. With locations across Denmark, Germany, Malaysia, Poland, and the UK, Ørsted offers a diverse and inclusive environment where innovative ideas are encouraged and valued.
Contact Details:
Ørsted Udvikling & Ledelse Recruitment Team
