Senior Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer
Stantec
Global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture and environmental consulting for infrastructure and communities.
Lead design and delivery of protection & control systems for high‑voltage energy projects
10 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
32,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Planning
Engineering
Architecture
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Surveying
Environmental Sciences
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Water Resources
Heavy Civil
Role
Description
scoping docs
equipment spec
protection study
design review
detailed design
commissioning review
Develop scoping documentation and Main Connections & Protection Diagrams.
Specify P&C related equipment and plant such as relays, CTs, and VTs.
Conduct protection grading studies, produce relay files and settings.
Review Protection & Control Designs developed by third parties.
Produce detailed designs including AC/DC schematics.
Review Commissioning Plans and attend Commissioning Panel meetings.
Requirements
uk standards
national grid
risk mitigation
protection relays
electrical degree
senior engineer
Familiarity with UK electrical practices and standards and an understanding/appreciation of CDM regulations.
Experience working with National Grid processes.
High regard for safety with demonstrable experience in risk mitigation.
Knowledge and experience with protection relays and relay panels, CT & VT sizing calculations, protection grading studies, and producing detailed AC/DC drawings.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in electrical engineering or a related field.
Experience working on Distribution Networks as a Senior/Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer.
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1954
Year Established
The company was established as a one-person environmental engineering practice in 1954.
MWH Global in 2016
Acquisition Year
Completed the acquisition of MWH Global to enhance expertise in water and natural resources.
450+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across more than 450 offices on six continents, showcasing extensive global reach.
6 Continents
Geographic Reach
Maintains a strong presence on six continents through strategic expansion.
Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion.
Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio.
Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments.
Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers.
Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors.
Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.
Culture + Values
We Put People First
We Do What is Right
We Are Better Together
We Are Driven to Achieve
Environment + Sustainability
2025
Carbon Neutrality Target
The company plans to achieve carbon neutrality in its operations by the end of the fiscal year 2025.
32,000
Employees in Sustainable Projects
Over 32,000 employees are working on climate-resilient infrastructure and future-proofing cities.
Commitment to environmental, social and governance excellence across operations and client projects
Issued Sustainability‑Linked Loan, tying financing to ESG metrics including Bloomberg GEI and environmental targets