Gemma Harfield

Astute are partnered with Capula, part of the EDF Group, a long-established and highly reputable system integration specialist operating across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing sectors. Due to continued growth, Capula are looking for a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer to join their team, based in Stone with hybrid working available. This is a technically focused role, combining design, project leadership, and technical authority across Protection & Control systems within the UK Transmission and Distribution sector. As a Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, high-quality engineering solutions while acting as a technical lead and mentor within the wider project team. Responsibilities and duties of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role As the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer, you will be:  

• Leading and advising on all Protection & Control aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards
• Leading design activities including:
  • Chairing design workshops and review meetings
  • Working closely with internal and external stakeholders
• Developing engineering deliverables such as:
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Key Line Diagrams (KLDs)
  • System architecture and concept designs
• Producing and reviewing detailed Protection & Control designs including:
  • Schematics
  • General arrangements and layouts
  • Supporting calculations and schedules
• Producing and reviewing technical documentation such as:
  • Functional Design Specifications
  • Design intent and compliance documentation
• Supporting tendering and sales teams with technical input and solution development
• Undertaking site visits and non-intrusive surveys to support design and project delivery
• Supporting client approval processes and ensuring solutions meet specifications and regulatory requirements
• Supporting Project Managers with programme, cost, and change management activities
• Identifying and managing technical risks to ensure successful project delivery to time, cost, and quality
• Providing technical guidance and support to other engineers within the team

Professional qualifications We are looking for someone with the following:  

• Strong experience within Protection & Control systems in the UK Transmission & Distribution sector
• Working knowledge of IEC 61850 and its application in substation environments
• Experience with Protection & Control technologies across key industry vendors
• Understanding of substation communication protocols and systems
• Knowledge of cyber security requirements within Protection & Control design
• Ability to produce and interpret complex engineering documentation and designs
• Degree qualified (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required

  Personal Skills The Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role would suit someone who is:  

• A strong technical leader with excellent problem-solving ability
• Structured and analytical in their approach
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Able to lead, support, and mentor other engineers
• An excellent communicator with both internal and external stakeholders
• Able to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Flexible and adaptable to achieve the best project outcomes to travel and occasionally stay away from home

Salary and benefits of the Lead Protection & Control Systems Engineer role

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• Lifestyle screening
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Mental health assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Support toward professional registration (IEng / CEng) and paid membership fees

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