Protection and Control Design Manager

Job Description

We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Central Southern England.

Salary: £77,488 - £91,285 + car allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Join our Technical Services Team as a Protection and Control Design Manager.

The Technical Services Team is the driving force behind innovative Operational Technology solutions across the Distribution network.

We specialise in designing and operating Protection and Control Systems, Real Time Systems, and growing Telecommunications Systems to ensure our network remains safe, reliable, and future-ready.

As a key leader in this team, you will not only manage complex technical projects but also inspire and develop a high-performing team. If you’re passionate about combining technical expertise with exceptional management skills to deliver impactful results, this is the role for you!

You will

• Lead and promote operational safety, including developing safe systems of work and ensuring protection schemes support network safety and are correctly commissioned.
• Plan, design, and deliver protection systems (6.6kV–132kV), supporting capital projects, customer connections, and fault diagnosis.
• Manage a team of specialist engineers, overseeing work planning, safety, mentoring, and ensuring compliance with Distribution code.
• Work closely with National Grid ESO, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams across SSEN Distribution.
• Support future strategy for Protection & Control by staying up to date with technology and shaping system design with policy and technical teams.

You have

• Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate high-performing engineering teams.
• Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) with significant experience in utility or engineering environments.
• Strong operational knowledge of electricity networks, including outage management, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Expert in Protection & Control systems, with excellent analytical skills to resolve technical issues and develop robust engineering solutions.
• Clear and confident communicator, skilled in writing technical reports, providing structured guidance, and managing workloads to meet deadlines.
• There will be a need for travel and a full UK driving license is essential.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact [email protected] / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.