Protection & Controls Engineer (Design)
Morson Group · Not specified, Stafford
Protection & Controls Engineer (Design) at Morson Group, based in Not specified, Stafford, paying £35,000 - £70,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £35,000 - £70,000 per annum
- Location
- Not specified, Stafford
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 2 days ago
- Closes
- 16 Sep 2026
- Sector
- Creative & Design
7% below the typical rate for creative & design
Reference https://www.morson.com/jobs/power-nuclear-and-utilities/permanent/stafford/prote
About the role
Protection & Controls Engineer (Design)
Location: Stafford
We’re looking for a Protection & Controls Engineer (Design) to deliver high-quality HV & EHV protection design across UK electricity networks. This is a pure design role, focused on protection studies, relay application, and technical documentation (no operational or SCADA responsibilities).
Great salary (competitive and experience-dependent)
Excellent benefits package
Strong technical environment with clear progression opportunities
The Role
Develop protection philosophies in line with DNO / National Grid standards
Carry out fault level calculations, grading & coordination studies
Design schemes for transformers, feeders, busbars & cables
Produce protection single lines, schematics & calculation reports
Support technical assurance and design reviews
About You
Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
3–7 years’ experience in Protection & Controls design
Experience on UK DNO or National Grid projects
Strong knowledge of HV/EHV protection systems and relays (ABB, Siemens, SEL, GE, Schneider)
Working towards or holding CEng desirable
If you enjoy detailed engineering design and working within UK network standards, this is a great opportunity to progress your career in a technically focused environment.
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.
Reference: https://www.morson.com/jobs/power-nuclear-and-utilities/permanent/stafford/prote · Posted 2 days ago · Closes 16 Sep 2026 · Listed via Morson Group
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