HV Protection Engineer

Description:

Job Title

HV Protection Engineer

Location

Humberside, UK (site‑based)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced HV Protection Engineer to support the delivery of a major power and energy infrastructure project in Humberside. The role will focus on the design, configuration, testing and commissioning of high‑voltage protection systems, ensuring safe energisation, grid compliance and reliable operation of plant electrical systems.

This position will suit an engineer with strong site experience who is comfortable working in fast‑paced project environments and interfacing with multiple stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, review and implement HV protection philosophies
Configure protection relay settings for generators, transformers and switchgear
Carry out secondary injection testing and on‑site commissioning activities
Support energisation, outage planning and grid connection processes
Interface with OEMs, commissioning teams, electrical engineers and site management
Investigate protection faults and support resolution during commissioning
Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code, DNO and project‑specific standards
Produce commissioning records, test reports and handover documentation

Essential Experience & Skills

Proven experience as an HV Protection Engineer on power generation or large industrial projects
Strong understanding of HV protection schemes and coordination studies
Hands‑on experience with modern protection relays (e.g. Siemens, ABB, GE, Schneider or similar)
Practical commissioning and site‑based testing experience
Ability to read and interpret single line diagrams and protection schematics
Strong communication skills with a proactive and safety‑focused mindset

Desirable Experience

Power station or large‑scale energy project background
Generator protection experience
IEC 61850 exposure
Experience working within EPC or OEM‑led delivery models
UK grid connection or DNO interface experience

Package / Engagement

Competitive day rate Outside IR35 via Ltd Co or CIS
Opportunity to work on a technically complex, high‑profile energy project
Strong exposure to HV systems, commissioning and grid compliance activitiesGuidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy