Protection and Control Engineer - Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom - Litt Recruitment

Description

Protection & Control Engineer

Location: Stockton-On-Tees

Reporting to: Head of T&D Engineering

Salary: Negotiable DOE

Job Overview

We are delighted to represent our client in offering an opportunity to join their team as a Protection & Control Engineer within their Engineering Business Unit. This is a thrilling chance for an ambitious engineer to be part of a highly respected consultancy team, known for delivering cutting-edge technical consultancy in Protection, Power Systems Analysis, and Electrical Safety. The selected candidate will be based in Stockton-On-Tees, with the flexibility of working from the Teesside regional office, home, or a hybrid arrangement. This role promises involvement in national travel to support a diverse clientele across the Renewables, Transmission & Distribution, and Energy sectors, including conducting site surveys at onshore substations throughout the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake, oversee and deliver high-quality detailed protection design and engineering projects within the Transmission & Distribution and Renewable sectors.
• Producing design deliverables for grid connection projects between 33kV to 400kV projects including protection schematics, key single line diagrams, specifications, data sheets and other documentation required for electrical protection equipment between 33kV and 400kV.
• Attend all meetings with clients, project team, contractors etc. interacting with clients to achieve project objectives.
• Work alongside the Lead Electrical Engineer in implementing continual improvement processes within the Engineering function, highlighting any issues within the team and general opportunities for improvement as appropriate.
• Assist the Lead Electrical Engineer as required, working with DNO/DSOs.
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, clients, suppliers etc.
• Always represent the company in a professional, positive, and diligent manner.
• Regular review and management of assigned projects from inception to completion. Interacting with clients to achieve project objectives.
• Producing high-quality technical reports / notes; discussing and presenting findings to clients where necessary.
• Mentoring and supervision of Graduate Engineers, sharing technical knowledge and experience.
• Plan and supervise the work of EPS Engineering team to achieve Protection & Control deliverables and objectives relating to quality, progress, and compliance.
• Scoping and interpreting client requirements to prepare and deliver an effective technical solution.
• Appreciation and understanding of relevant UK, European & International standards, legislation, regulations, and codes of practice.
• Develop a thorough knowledge of and compliance with EPS procedures.
• Seek, complete and record evidence of continued professional development in accordance with the requirements of the IET.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

• A minimum of 2.1 Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar from a relevant university.
• Working towards Chartered Engineer status.
• At least 5 years industry related experience in an Electrical Engineer capacity. Experience of power engineering and design of transmission and distribution protection and control systems.
• Experience of working with Health, Safety & Environmental Procedures and production of Designer Risk Assessments, as necessary, to fulfil the Company's obligations in compliance with current CDM regulations.
• Proven ability to design protection systems and demonstrate rationale behind proposals.

Personal Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal skills, leadership and strong team member.
• The technical competence and confidence to support clients in person, via teams and in email correspondence on behalf of EPS. Communicating and presenting in a professional manner.
• Prepared to travel supporting EPS UK based customers.
• Prioritising tasks and demonstrating a high level of accountability.
• Demonstrate a highly motivated approach and a can-do attitude driven to deliver technical excellence.
• Receptive to client needs, with the ability to build an excellent rapport.
• Strong report writing skills, paying attention to detail to produce high-quality documentation.
• Utilises well-developed technical thinking and analytical problem-solving skills, always taking time to establish the accuracy and relevance of information.
• Actively demonstrate initiative and ability to work independently under pressure to meet deadlines efficiently.
• The drive, ambition and commercial acumen to develop EPS and fast-track their role within it.

What You'll Get

• Competitive Salary and Benefits: Competitive compensation package tailored to your experience and expertise.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Options for home, office-based, or hybrid work to suit your lifestyle, along with some national travel.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for mentoring, supervision of Graduate Engineers, and continuous professional development towards Chartered Engineer status.