High Voltage Protection and Control Specialist

3 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom AECOM Full time
About the Role

At AECOM, we are at the forefront of the energy sector's transformation, driving the shift toward a more sustainable and inclusive future.



Main Responsibilities


  • Develop, refine and optimise P&C solutions including creation of key line diagrams, schematic diagrams, relay settings, SCADA topology diagrams, wiring diagrams, design specifications, interface drawings etc. for various Transmission & Distribution clients.
  • Review of designs produced by suppliers to ensure designs are technically compliant and in line with National Grid/Client policies and standards
  • Owner's Engineer role to review and comment on supplier designs and calculations on behalf of HV Clients including for BESS and Renewables projects
  • Protection Coordination Study and Settings calculations where required using ETAP or similar software (desired)


Qualifications and Requirements

Here are the qualifications and requirements for this role:




  • An electrical/ power engineering or similar qualification, such as an HNC, HND, BSc/BEng and/or an MSc/Meng.
  • Knowledge of transmission (National Grid or SSE) HV design process and related project experience.
  • Extensive experience in P&C FEED or detailed design of high voltage installations (132kV to 400kV).
  • Good team player and have a client-focused mindset customer facing skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly across multiple projects.
  • Strong experience in working with transmission voltages 275kV/400kV and will have a consulting, utility, renewable generation or OEM background.


About AECOM

AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management.



On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities.



AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023.



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