Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer (National Grid)

Company: Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Apply for the Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer (National Grid)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Job Description:

Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer (National Grid)

£60,000‑£70,000 + Progression + Qualification Support + Training + Occasional WFH + Company Benefits

Newcastle

We are a front‑end engineering services provider specializing in National Grid projects, growing rapidly since our launch in 2021. This role offers full autonomy to lead specialist Protection & Control (P&C) projects that are critical to the continued supply of energy across the UK.

Role

  • Lead and carry out end‑to‑end project work on P&C projects
  • Develop schematic, cable block and diagram designs
  • Prepare bill of materials and perform cable sizing calculations
  • Oversee site teams, manage client visits and coordinate with other departments
  • Mentor junior team members on technical tasks
  • Primarily office based with occasional client visitation and WFH

Qualifications

  • Design Engineer or equivalent background
  • Experience in Protection & Control / P&C design
  • Ability to commute to Newcastle

We are an equal‑opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

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Posted: July 11th, 2026