Senior Protection and Control Design Engineer
HybridBirmingham, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Prepare Protection & Control engineering designs for HV/EHV substations, developing Single Line Diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and relay panel configurations. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, review vendor drawings, and ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and client specifications. Perform protection coordination, prepare engineering calculations, and support FAT, SAT, commissioning, and technical issue resolution. This role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and experience with protection relays from major manufacturers. Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is essential, with preferred knowledge of IEC 61850 and SCADA systems. Candidates must meet minimum criteria for the role and be eligible for the in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
- Experience in HV/EHV Substation Protection & Control Design
- Knowledge of protection schemes for Transmission and Distribution substations
- Experience with protection relays from manufacturers such as Siemens, GE, ABB/Hitachi Energy, Schneider Electric, or SEL
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication and coordination skills
- Ability to independently deliver complete Protection & Control engineering packages
- Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills
- All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment
Desired Qualifications
- Knowledge of IEC 61850 and substation automation systems
- Familiarity with SCADA, RTU, SAS, and communication protocols
- Experience in UK, Middle East, Europe, or international utility projects
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