Protection & Control Design Engineer – Electricity Transmission (UK-Wide)

Recruiting on behalf of our client | 2fawcett Infrastructure

About the Opportunity

2fawcett Infrastructure are recruiting on behalf of our client, a market-leading UK provider of energy and infrastructure solutions.

Operating nationwide, the business delivers complete services across electricity transmission, distribution, renewable energy, EV infrastructure, metering, and home energy projects.

This position is part of the Electricity Transmission division, which specialises in the design, construction, and commissioning of substations up to 400kV, ensuring safe and reliable power delivery across the UK.

We’re seeking an experienced Protection & Control Design Engineer with a strong background in high-voltage systems and a passion for shaping the next generation of critical infrastructure.

What You’ll Be Doing

As Protection & Control Design Engineer, you’ll take ownership of the full design lifecycle, from concept through to construction-ready documentation, for complex, high-voltage substation projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the protection and control design process for transmission projects
• Collaborating with HV plant, cabling, civils and project management teams to coordinate efficient design delivery
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Preparing and reviewing tender specifications, AC/DC schematics, and protection diagrams
• Approving detailed drawings and third-party design submissions
• Specifying relays, CTs, VTs and associated protection/control equipment
• Conducting protection grading studies and developing relay settings
• Supporting project commissioning and attending design or panel review meetings
• Mentoring junior engineers and contributing to team development
• Ensuring all designs meet required technical, safety and quality standards

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical design, with at least 4 years on UK transmission projects (e.g. National Grid, SSEN or similar)
• Comprehensive understanding of HV substations (132kV–400kV) and UK transmission standards
• Practical experience with protection relays, CT/VT sizing, and AC/DC schematics
• Proficiency in ETAP, DIgSILENT, and familiarity with IEC 61850, DNP3, and Modbus
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and communication skills
• Safety-focused approach and proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Leadership qualities with a passion for mentoring and team collaboration

Rewards and Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive package to support both professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• 24 / 7 online GP service and employee assistance programme
• Access to retail discounts and recognition rewards
• Life assurance and healthcare cash plan
• Cycle-to-work and salary-sacrifice EV / Hybrid car schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Company car, van, or fuel card (EV / Hybrid options available)
• Private healthcare and discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days’ annual leave + bank holidays

Join the Journey

If you’re an experienced electrical design engineer with a passion for delivering technically challenging, high-impact infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today via 2fawcett Infrastructure – connecting exceptional engineering professionals with the UK’s leading energy and infrastructure organisations.