We are currently seeking three talented individuals to fill the role of Lead Protection and Control Design Engineer for our client, SPEN Transmission. These positions are part of a long-term 12-month rolling contract.
As a Lead Protection and Control Design Engineer, you will work remotely, with fortnightly 2 day visits to our client's Glasgow office – Fully reimbursed upto £125/day expenses for fortnightly two-day visits
Your primary responsibility will be to contribute your expertise to exciting and engaging projects involving SPEN protection and control transmission systems, spanning from 132kV to 400kV. You'll be involved in every aspect of the project, from feasibility assessment to detailed design, including the critical task of protection settings calculations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver engineering solutions for protection and control systems within transmission networks, focusing on voltages of 132kV and higher. This includes crafting essential engineering specifications and designs, fostering innovation, and providing effective technical support and guidance throughout the project's lifecycle.
- Define the requirements for protection and control equipment, as well as ancillary apparatus. These specifications will play a crucial role in System Construction Authorizations and Project Technical Specifications. Additionally, you will offer advice on construction and outage schedules when necessary in relation to Control & Protection.
- Take ownership of crafting basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for Network and Plant Protection Systems, Network Automation, Substation Control Systems, Telecommunication Networks, and Metering.
- Leverage your engineering expertise to provide specialized knowledge in the field of Protection and Control.
- Produce protection single-line diagrams (including CT and VT), conduct protection setting calculations, and verify protection settings.
- Assess technical aspects of tender submissions, and prepare or review Control & Protection design drawings and specifications.
- Offer technical support to the project team regarding design, construction, and operation of control and protection systems. You'll also be responsible for leading the technical resolution of site and construction Control & Protection issues.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated extensive experience in leading the detailed design of protection and control systems for voltages of 132kV and above.
- An engineering degree coupled with relevant professional experience.
Join us in this exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of SPEN's protection and control transmission projects. If you're an experienced engineer with a passion for innovation and a commitment to technical excellence, we invite you to apply.