T&D Senior Protection and Control HV Engineer

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Due to an exciting period of growth we are looking to hire an experienced Senior Protection & Control Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on the design of High Voltage (HV) and Extra High Voltage (EHV) substations and hold responsibility for developing protection and control system designs preparing engineering deliverables coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with client specifications and international standards.

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what youll do:

• Prepare Protection & Control engineering designs for HV/EHV substations (11kV400kV or above)
• Develop Protection Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) AC/DC Schematics Wiring Diagrams Terminal Plans Cable Schedules and Interconnection Diagrams
• Design Protection Relay Panels Control Panels Annunciation Panels Metering Panels and RTU/SCADA interfaces
• Prepare Protection Relay Settings philosophy and coordinate with system studies where applicable
• Perform protection coordination and review relay configurations
• Prepare engineering calculations cable sizing voltage drop calculations and battery sizing (where applicable)
• Coordinate with Civil Primary Telecom and SCADA engineering teams
• Review vendor drawings and ensure compliance with project specifications
• Support FAT SAT commissioning and technical issue resolution
• Ensure designs comply with IEC IEEE National Grid REE and client-specific standards
• Support project execution by meeting quality safety and schedule requirements

Qualifications :

Ready to push the limits of whats possible

Heres what were looking for:

• Bachelors 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

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of IEC 61850 and substation automation systems
• Familiarity with SCADA RTU SAS and communication protocols
• Ability to independently deliver complete Protection & Control engineering packages
• Experience working in multidisciplinary engineering environments
• Experience in UK Middle East Europe or international utility projects
• Strong analytical problem-solving and documentation skills

Additional Information :

At AECOM we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at .

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1