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EC&I Protection Engineer

Job Posted: 22 days ago

Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Contract
Location: Warrington

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

EC&I Protection Engineer
 📍 Warrington (1 day per week on site) | 🏠 4 days WFH
 📅 12-Month Contract

 We are currently recruiting for an experienced EC&I Protection Engineer to support a major electrical infrastructure programme within a highly regulated industrial environment. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to complex power distribution projects, working on critical systems and ageing assets.

 The Role As EC&I Protection Engineer, you will play a key role in the development, modelling, and assurance of electrical protection systems across the project lifecycle.
 
Key responsibilities include:

Creation and ongoing updating of project ETAP models
Production of fault calculations in line with BS EN 60909
Preparation of protection coordination reports
Delivery of arc flash risk assessments
Providing power and protection technical support to the wider design team
Contributing to the development and improvement of engineering standards and best practiceThis role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with just one day per week required on site in Warrington.
 
Essential Experience & Qualifications
Strong working knowledge of BS EN 60909 fault calculations
Proficiency in power distribution modelling software (e.g., ETAP)
Experience with protection and control systems (11kV & 400V)
Experience in 11kV & 400V substation design
Experience completing unit protection calculations (differential & high-impedance schemes)
Relevant design experience relating to electrical infrastructure upgrades, including work with ageing assets
Strong understanding of electrical safety practices within regulated environmentsDesirable Experience
Experience working within complex, safety-critical industries
Experience with CAD tools such as Trimble, ERACS, and DIgSILENT
Experience with IEC 61850 and power system SCADA systems
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards chartershipWhy Apply?
Long-term 12-month contract opportunity
Hybrid working model (4 days remote)
Opportunity to work on technically complex and high-impact infrastructure projects
Collaborative and experienced engineering environment

The NRL Group connect global companies with the right people to bring engineering projects to life. Supporting contracting companies with energy transition plans and working with our clients to create a cleaner, greener future.
 
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