We are seeking an experienced Protection & Control Specialist to provide expert-level support for protection and control systems within transmission, distribution, substation, and power infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, safety, and performance of electrical power networks while supporting engineering, commissioning, and operational activities.
Responsibilities
Design and review protection and control schemes for transmission and distribution systems
Configure and validate protection relay settings
Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) activities
Support commissioning, energization, and troubleshooting activities
Review engineering packages, technical specifications, and design documentation
Perform fault analysis, protection coordination studies, and system assessments
Ensure compliance with industry standards, utility requirements, and project specifications
Collaborate with engineering, commissioning, construction, and operations teams
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
Support project delivery throughout design, testing, commissioning, and handover phases
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
Minimum 10 years of experience within protection and control engineering
Experience within utility, transmission, substation, or power infrastructure environments
Strong knowledge of protection principles, power systems, and network analysis
Experience with ABB Relion, Siemens SIPROTEC, GE Multilin, Schneider Electric, SEL, or similar relay platforms
Experience with IEC 61850, substation automation, SCADA, and communication protocols
Experience performing fault studies and protection coordination studies
Strong communication, analytical, and documentation skills
Fluent English, both written and spoken
Preferred Experience
High-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) substations
Transmission and distribution networks
Renewable energy projects
HVDC projects
Utility, EPC, or industrial power projects
FAT, SAT, commissioning, and energization activities
Team leadership and mentoring responsibilities