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Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer

Job in Bristol, Bristol County, BS1, England, UK
Listing for: AECOM
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-02
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Start here. Grow here.

Are you ready to join a team of talented engineers shape the future of energy infrastructure and grow your career

Become part of our dynamic Transmission and Distribution business which boasts approximately 60 experts across the UK & Ireland. Collaborate with top-tier electrical civil and mechanical engineers to deliver a variety of captivating projects from small initiatives to large-scale ventures such as National Grids Great Grid Upgrade all the way from concept to completion.

Due to an exciting period of growth we are looking to hire an experienced Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer. You will be responsible for developing protection and control system designs preparing engineering deliverables coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with client specifications and international standards.

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what youll do:

  • Prepare Protection & Control engineering designs for HV/EHV substations (11kV400kV or above)
  • Develop Protection Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) AC/DC Schematics Wiring Diagrams Terminal Plans Cable Schedules and Interconnection Diagrams
  • Design Protection Relay Panels Control Panels Annunciation Panels Metering Panels and RTU/SCADA interfaces
  • Prepare Protection Relay Settings philosophy and coordinate with system studies where applicable
  • Perform protection coordination and review relay configurations
  • Prepare engineering calculations cable sizing voltage drop calculations and battery sizing (where applicable)
  • Coordinate with Civil Primary Telecom and SCADA engineering teams
  • Review vendor drawings and ensure compliance with project specifications
  • Support FAT SAT commissioning and technical issue resolution
  • Ensure designs comply with IEC IEEE National Grid and client-specific standards
  • Support project execution by meeting quality safety and schedule requirements

Enjoy the Perks.

At AECOM youll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities our flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle technical practice networks AECOM University and volunteering days.

Qualifications :

Heres what were looking for:

  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • Experience in HV/EHV Substation Protection & Control Design
  • Knowledge of protection schemes for Transmission and Distribution substations
  • Experience with protection relays from manufacturers such as Siemens GE ABB/Hitachi Energy Schneider Electric or SEL
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of IEC 61850 and substation automation systems
  • Familiarity with SCADA RTU SAS and communication protocols
  • Ability to independently deliver complete Protection & Control engineering packages
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments
  • Experience in UK Middle East Europe or international utility projects
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and documentation skills

Additional Information :

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About AECOM

AECOM is the worlds trusted infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation buildings water new energy and the environment our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise a culture of equity diversity and inclusion and a…

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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