Senior controls engineer / controls engineer

Senior Protection & Control Engineer – Capula (Part of the EDF Group) UK-wide | Transmission & Distribution | ⚙️ Operational Technology | Critical Infrastructure With a deep focus on operational technology and digital transformation , Capula (part of the EDF Group) has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades. We optimise efficiency, enhance performance and deliver large‑scale engineering solutions across some of the most highly regulated and technically demanding environments in the UK. As an independent system integrator , our engineers are free to choose the right technologies for each project.

We work across multiple vendor platforms, architectures and client standards, giving our teams genuine engineering ownership and exposure to diverse, cutting‑edge solutions. At Capula, we are committed to building an inclusive, equitable and diverse workplace . We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups, minority backgrounds and individuals with disabilities.

We are seeking a Senior Protection & Control Engineer to take a key technical role in delivering major UK Transmission and Distribution projects. You will work across the full project lifecycle —from concept and detailed design through to production, testing, site support and commissioning. This role is ideal for an engineer who is technically strong, delivery‑focused and confident taking ownership of complex engineering tasks.

If you enjoy solving real‑world power system challenges, working on live networks and having your engineering judgement trusted, this is the place for you. Protection & Control Engineering SLDs, KLDs, schematics, GAs, schedules, calculations, FDS, design intent docs, compliance matrices and test documentation. Prepare relay configurations and files for deployment.

Conduct relay and bay testing, including client witness testing. IEC 61850 & Digital Substations Apply IEC 61850 principles including GOOSE messaging and digital substation architectures. Project Delivery & Technical Support Deliver engineering work packages to agreed time, cost, quality and safety.

Provide technical input on programme, change control, risk and cost. Support installation, testing and commissioning activities. Undertake site visits and non‑intrusive surveys.

Significant experience delivering end‑to‑end P&C engineering solutions in Transmission and/or Distribution. Experience testing P&C solutions using industry‑standard tools. Strong documentation, communication and project lifecycle experience.

Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience). Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel. ✨ Extensive UK T&D P&C engineering experience. Advanced IEC 61850 knowledge (SCL, GOOSE, integration testing). 28 days holiday + bank holidays ~ Flexible working ~ Pension scheme ~ Life assurance ~ Private healthcare ~ Salary sacrifice schemes ~ Mental health support ~ Cycle to work & green car schemes ~ Support toward professional registration (IEng/CEng) + paid membership fees