Senior Protection & Control Engineer

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KinTec Recruitment Ltd

Remote

Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/3/2026

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Senior Protection & Control Engineer (T&D)

Manchester / Warrington (Hybrid

Permanent Why This Role Stands Out

Work on major UK grid and substation upgrade programmes
Clear progression into Principal level
Flexible hybrid working (2 days office / 3 days home)
Flexibility to support personal commitments
Strong mix of design, testing, and commissioning exposure
Long-term secured project pipeline Key Responsibilities
Designing Protection & Control systems for HV substations (132kV-400kV+)
Developing protection schemes, relay settings, and interlocking philosophies
Producing and reviewing secondary design drawings and technical documentation
Working on substation automation, SCADA, and control systems
Supporting design assurance, verification, and protection coordination studies
Engaging with transmission clients, DNOs, and ICPs
Supporting FAT/SAT, commissioning, and site activities
Providing technical guidance to engineers and supporting team development Requirements
Strong experience in Protection & Control within UK transmission or DNO environments
Experience with protection schemes, relays, and coordination studies
Knowledge of substation automation, SCADA, and secondary systems
Experience working on HV substations (132kV-400kV+)
Familiar with UK grid standards, design assurance, and testing processes
Practical, safety-focused approach with strong stakeholder engagement