Senior Applications Engineer – Protection Relays

Senior Applications Engineer – Protection Relays

Hunter Philips Executive Search | Manchester, ENG, GB

Posted 20 days ago

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Description

Senior Applications Engineer – Protection Relays


Overview


We are seeking a Senior Applications Engineer with strong expertise in protection relays and/or substation automation systems. This role focuses on system-level application design, defining, developing, and delivering advanced protection relay solutions and/or substation automation applications for utility transmission projects.


Responsibilities



  • Design and implement protection relay schemes including distance, differential, overcurrent, busbar, transformer, and line protection.

  • Configure, test, and validate protection relay applications across transmission, distribution, generation, or rail systems.

  • Develop and deliver software-driven substation automation solutions using industry protocols.

  • Apply knowledge of substation automation and communications protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-103, DNP3, Modbus, and TCP/IP.

  • Support clients and project teams by providing technical guidance, troubleshooting, and expertise.

  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and stakeholders to ensure successful system integration.

  • Present technical solutions clearly to internal teams and clients.


Qualifications & Experience



  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

  • 5–10 years’ experience in power system protection, relay configuration, and application engineering.

  • Strong understanding of protection principles (distance, differential, overcurrent, busbar, transformer, line).

  • Hands-on experience with protection relays from major vendors (e.g., Siemens, ABB, SEL, Schneider, or equivalent).

  • Experience supporting utility or industrial protection systems.

  • Knowledge of substation automation, control, and communications protocols.

  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

  • Comfortable working across global teams and handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Additional



  • Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

  • Employment type: Full-time

  • Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing



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