Engineer - Controls Engineering

Senior Protection and Control EngineerLeeds, HybridPermanent – Full TimeCompetitive (DOE) + Car/ Car Allowance & Flexible Benefits Utilise the technical expertise in Transmission and Distribution protection and control specification and scheme design, coupled with ability to calculate protection settings for implementation, to drive our engineering efforts forward. Unwavering confidence in technically assessing engineering problems and critically evaluating a range of technical solutions will be instrumental in pursuit of engineering excellence. This knowledge will be pivotal in managing Transmission and Distribution network.

Creatively design substation Protection and Control/ SCADA/ Substation automation systems from 11kV up to 400kV using AutoCAD. This includes crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations. Collaborate closely with other designers, construction professionals, and engineering teams.

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master’s degree may be preferred for senior roles. Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable.

Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 8-10 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial At Freedom, we believe in attracting and retaining the best talent by offering great benefits and career progression opportunities, including: Pension with up to 8% employer contribution Private Medical Insurance Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Flexible benefits (e.g., Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Tax-Free Bikes) Ongoing Training & Development Programme xehkeey If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK.

Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. #Freedom#LI-CN1#LI-hybrid