Senior Engineer - Protection and Control

Job Title : Senior Engineer (Protection & Control)

Location: Scotland

Salary: Circa £66k +/- based on experience

Benefits: Car and Standby allowance awarded on completion of training

Help us create a better future, quicker

Protection & Control Engineers are some of the most technically competent and knowledgeable in the SPD business.  As an engineer you will deal with the most challenging technical aspects of our business operations and are regularly called upon to provide resolution whenever things go wrong, ensuring we provide safe, efficient and reliable energy to  2Million Customers across Central and Southern Scotland, supporting the UK goal to reach Net Zero

What you’ll be doing

You will sit within the Technical Support team, the P&C team are responsible for supporting the entire SPD business across 6 district areas with the delivery of their large CAPEX and customer-funded portfolio of projects.

In addition to the district-managed workload, Licence Programmes are also responsible for their own programme of protection modernisation deliverables. The P&C engineers take responsibility for identifying the focus of attention, the approach to achieving technically feasible solutions, the suitability of design drawings as received and for the execution of the commissioning phase on site.

Protection & Control engineers have a “can-do” attitude and are considered “self-starters” who identify and resolve technical problems before they become more significant issues.

The role is a technical one. Based in substation environments remote from office locations, the team are required to move with the times and be able to continually apply first-principle learnings to the adoption of new technologies whenever the business decides. This role is one of continuous learning and applicants should be able to demonstrate both their interest in the subject and a willingness to continually push boundaries.

The role of an EN6 P&C engineer is seen as the elite level of engineering within our business and typically generates interest amongst those who already have sound knowledge of electrical networks (SAPs / Operational Staff) and who want to level-up. Protection Engineers carry all of the responsibilities of engineers, project managers and SAPs from the delivery environment but in addition, they are expected to develop a level of technical knowledge and capability that is far above this level.

In addition to the requirement for an expert level knowledge of electrical distribution networks, Day-to-day activities require holders of the position to have: Expert knowledge of modern technology (Line-differential Unit Protection, IEC 61850, Goose Messaging, a wide variety IED technologies); An ability to understand and integrate legacy technology (Oil circuit breakers, electromechanical relays, pilot cables); and a sound understanding of communications technology (X21, C37.94, IEC 60870 RTU technology, fibre networks, cyber security compliance). They are also required to become experts in the operation of complex test instruments such as:  T&R Equipment ADM200; Megger SMRT46; Megger Sverker 900, Megger MRCT and any new products that are identified for use on our network.

In order to maximise efficiency and capability, all team members are expected to develop themselves through training, to become network authorisation holders to a level of senior authorisation and 33kV and below.  

  

What you’ll bring

• Expert knowledge of Distribution Protection systems

• Sound knowledge of RTU/Telemetry/Control gateway systems and associated communications systems and protocols

• Working knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and working practices.

• Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.

• Awareness of network development policies and procedures.

• Well Developed customer service skills.

• Knowledge of network and business data and network management systems.

• Innovative in applying the latest technologies.

• Project, contract & SLA management and general commercial & regulatory awareness.

• Sound negotiation & communication skills.

• Ability to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges.

• At least 3 years of experience in a protection related environment

• Broad operational experience preferred, e.g. spanning Distribution Operations, Protection, SCADA & Telecoms

• Senior Authorised at 11kV & 33kV or working towards

  

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. 

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave

• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave

• Share Schemes

• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding

• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases

• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving

• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans

• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments

• Life Assurance (4x salary)

• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support

• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to careers@scottishpower.com.

Mobility

Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.

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May-30-2025