Protection & Control Engineer (Energy)

Job Description

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Overview

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives, and experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

As a Protection & Control Engineer working within the UK Energy business, you will be responsible for working as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver the power transmission infrastructure that will deliver Net Zero to the UK Energy System. WSP has a significant workload that will offer the opportunity to develop yourself and others over the next decade, with over 300km of OHL to design.

What You\’ll Do

• Innovative Projects: Work on groundbreaking projects that make a difference. As a Protection & Control Engineer, you’ll have the opportunity to tackle complex engineering challenges and spearhead initiatives that drive our technology forward.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values creativity and collaboration. We foster an environment where every idea counts, and teamwork is at the heart of our success.
• Career Growth: We believe in investing in our people. You’ll have access to professional development opportunities, mentorship, and clear pathways for career advancement.
• Impactful Leadership: Work as part of a team of engineers and play a crucial role in shaping the future of our colleagues, products and services. Your expertise will directly influence our success.
• State‑of‑the‑art Resources: Work with the latest tools and technologies you need to innovate and excel in your role.
• Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and therefore you will be part of a team that will include colleagues from across the world. Your unique perspectives will help us drive innovation and foster an inclusive environment.

• Design protection and control systems for electrical power transmission and distribution networks.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation using software tools such as AutoCAD and ETAP.
• Perform technical calculations and analysis to ensure the reliability and performance of protection and control systems.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines.
• Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather data for design purposes.
• Collaborate with project managers, electrical engineers, and construction teams to integrate protection and control design requirements into project plans.
• Review and approve design modifications and provide technical support during installation and commissioning.
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in protection and control technology and design practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering
• Proven experience in the design of protection and control schemes.
• Knowledge of Electrical Networks and Engineering standards
• Experience of interpreting technical documentation relating to design.
• Knowledge and experience of working with main suppliers’ products of substation control equipment (such as ABB / Hitachi, Siemens, GE)
• Experience in main standard protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870.
• Preferable – Attained / working towards chartered engineer status
• Preferable – National Grid BP141 Authorisation

Benefits

Work‑life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.

Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society.

Health & Wellbeing: We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme. Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you. Additional benefits include the Gymflex scheme and a comprehensive menopause support package.

Flex your time: To enhance work‑life balance, WSP offers the ‘WSP My Hour’, allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day. We also provide part‑time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.

Your development: We understand the importance of development and training to you. That’s why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.

About Us

We are one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long‑lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.