Protection & Control Engineer (Energy)
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 21, 2026. WSP scores B on the Alion truth index.
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?
At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
A little more about your role:
As a Protection & Control Engineer, you will design of a range of Technical Protection & Control solutions for EHV substation projects including both AIS & GIS substations at voltages ranging from 11kV to 400kV.
You could be based in either our Newcastle, Stockton-on-Tees, Leeds or Manchester offices but you will need the flexibility to travel to UK client offices and sites as required.
You will:
- Produce a comprehensive suite of protection and control system design drawings for 11kV up to and including 132kV systems.
- Develop new protection solutions to meet the requirement of a future smart grid.
- Integrate protection and SCADA systems to deliver cost effective design solutions
- Create all associated Engineering Design calculations and documentation.
- Support the creation of all necessary Equipment specifications.
- Visit Sites to assess project requirements.
- Attend site meetings and provide ongoing design drawing changes / support as required during project build.
- Reviewing designs produced by suppliers and client to ensure designs are technically compliant and in line with current legislation and policies.
What we will be looking for you to demonstrate:
- HNC Electrical Engineering
- Proven experience in the design of protection and control schemes.
- Knowledge of Electrical Networks and Engineering standards
- An ability to interpret technical documentation relating to design.
- Knowledge and experience of working with main suppliers’ products of substation control equipment (such as ABB/Hitachi, Siemens, GE)
- Experience in main standard protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870.
- Full driving licence
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
With us, you can. Apply today.