EHV Protection Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 March 2026
LOCATION
Cheadle, Staffordshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60,000 / year
CATEGORY
Utilities
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SKILLS

EHV Protection Systems Protection Scheme Studies Relay Coordination Fault Analysis Testing and Commissioning Protection Relays Substation Design Problem-Solving Skills

FULL DESCRIPTION

Design and implement EHV protection systems while collaborating with clients and project teams.

Join [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Consulting, a leader in electrical power system consulting.

Enjoy a competitive salary, private medical, and a company car allowance.

Shape the future of the UK's power industry with innovative solutions.

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 2 years of EHV protection experience required.

Dynamic hybrid working environment with opportunities for professional growth.

EHV Protection Engineer in England

Are you an experienced EHV Protection Engineer based in the UK looking for a new opportunity? [Employer hidden] Consulting wants to hear from you!

We are on the lookout for a talented and enthusiastic EHV Protection Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the UK's power industry.

Key Details:

  • Location: Cheadle, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
  • Salary Range: £40,000 - £60,000 per year, plus bonus
  • Benefits: Private medical, company car allowance
  • Right to work in the UK

About Us:

[Employer hidden] Consulting is a leading provider of electrical power system consulting services, specialising in Extra High Voltage (EHV) protection and control systems. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and driving positive change in the industry.

Your Role:

  • Design, develop, and implement EHV protection and control systems.
  • Perform detailed protection scheme studies and relay coordination.
  • Provide technical expertise and support to project teams.
  • Conduct fault analysis, testing, and commissioning of protection systems.
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure project success.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience with EHV protection systems in the UK.
  • Knowledge of protection relays and substation design.
  • Beneficial to have experience in protection coordination software.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Enthusiasm for staying current with industry trends and best practices.

Join us at [Employer hidden] Consulting and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to revolutionising the power industry. We look forward to welcoming a passionate engineer to our team!

Industry: Utilities

Employment Type: Full-time – Hybrid Working with the requirement to attend the office on a regular basis to support development.

### EHV Protection Engineer in England employer: Ecruit

At [Employer hidden] Consulting, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that fosters innovation and collaboration. Our team members benefit from competitive salaries, private medical insurance, and a company car allowance, alongside opportunities for professional growth in the rapidly evolving power industry. Located in Cheadle, Staffordshire, we provide a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the future of electrical power systems.

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