Senior Protection & Control Engineer Job Kirkcaldy area,Scotland UK,Engineering

Our client is seeking a Senior Protection & Control Engineer to join its UK Energy business in Scotland on a permanent basis. Working across the transmission and distribution sectors, you will contribute to major power infrastructure projects supporting the transition to a Net Zero energy system, including overhead line and substation developments at 275kV and 400kV.

What you'll be doing:

Design protection and control systems for high-voltage electrical transmission and distribution networks
Develop engineering drawings, technical specifications and design documentation using tools such as AutoCAD and ETAP
Carry out technical calculations, system studies and analysis to support the reliability and performance of protection and control schemes
Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards, safety regulations and environmental requirements
Conduct site surveys and assessments to gather information for design development
Work closely with project managers, electrical engineers, construction teams and other disciplines to coordinate design requirements
Review design changes and provide technical support throughout installation, testing and commissioning
Complete design reviews and quality assurance checks while keeping up to date with developments in protection and control technology

What you'll need to succeed:

Experience as a Protection & Control Engineer within electrical transmission, distribution or substation environments
Proven experience designing protection and control schemes for high-voltage networks, including 275kV and 400kV systems
HNC or HND in Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent qualification
Knowledge of electrical networks, protection principles and applicable engineering standards
Experience interpreting technical documentation and producing detailed engineering design information
Knowledge of main suppliers' substation control equipment, such as ABB, Hitachi, Siemens and GE
Understanding of industry-standard communication protocols, including IEC 61850 and IEC 60870
Working towards Chartered Engineer status and National Grid BP141 authorisation would be advantageous

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Protection & Control Engineer to contribute to significant 275kV and 400kV infrastructure projects while developing their expertise within the energy sector.