Senior Engineer - Protection & Control
Scottish Power
Lead development and governance of substation protection and control engineering standards.
21 days ago ago
$99,942 - $129,924
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
United States Of America, New York, Rochester | ME - Augusta - General Office | CT - Orange - 100 Marsh Hill Rd
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,750 across the UK Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Operation & Maintenance
Retail
Sector Specialisms
Power Grid
Renewables
Energy Retail
Role
What you would be doing
design diagrams
technical review
troubleshooting
vendor specs
standards development
cyber integration
- Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Design relay one-lines, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, panel layouts, and system protection requirements (SPRs).
- Participate in root cause analysis and troubleshooting of protection system misoperations or failures.
- Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to improve system reliability and performance.
- Represent the company in industry working groups, technical committees, and standardization bodies.
- Provide technical oversight during pilot project planning, execution, and commissioning.
- Communicate effectively across disciplines to align engineering practices with strategic business goals.
- Monitor and report on industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging risks affecting substation protection systems.
- Lead technical reviews of protection and control designs submitted by internal teams or external consultants.
- Contribute to strategic planning initiatives related to grid modernization, resiliency, and automation.
- Support procurement by developing technical specifications and evaluating vendor proposals for protection and control equipment.
- Develop training materials and conduct technical workshops for internal engineering and field personnel.
- Support the design and implementation of advanced protection schemes and digital substation concepts (IEC 61850).
- Maintain version control and documentation of standards across multiple platforms.
- Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and design templates for substation protection and control systems.
- Collaborate with internal teams including substation engineering, operations, and project management to ensure consistent application of standards.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards including NERC, IEEE, ANSI, and company-specific requirements.
- Coordinate with IT and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure integration of digital protection systems.
- Assist in the development of capital project scopes and budgets related to protection and control upgrades.
What you bring
bsee
protective relaying
aspen oneliner
autocad
iec 61850
7+ years
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (BSEE) from an ABET-accredited institution.
- Strong understanding of protective relaying principles including differential, distance, and overcurrent protection.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced utility environment.
- Proficiency in designing and analyzing protection schemes for transmission and distribution systems.
- Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in substation protection and control.
- Ability to interpret and apply industry standards such as IEEE, ANSI, and NERC reliability requirements.
- Experience with engineering software such as ASPEN OneLiner, CAPE, or ETAP for fault analysis and relay coordination.
- Skilled in preparing and maintaining technical documentation, engineering standards, and design templates.
- Demonstrated ability to manage tasks independently, prioritize work, and meet deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Additional coursework or certification in Power Systems, Project Management, or Grid Modernization is a plus.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
- Familiarity with IEC 61850 protocols, including GOOSE messaging and substation automation systems.
- Experience with AutoCAD or similar tools for protection and control drawings.
- Graduate-level engineering degree or specialized advanced training preferred.
- Knowledge of SCADA systems, RTUs, IEDs, and communication protocols like DNP3.
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or active pursuit of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.
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Company
Overview
ÂŁ9.5 billion
Annual Revenue 2023
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
ÂŁ8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
- Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
- Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
- Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
- *SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
- *INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
- *DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
- ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
- Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
- Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
- Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.
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