Power Systems Engineer

Join Cundall's Power Systems team as a Protection & Control Design Engineer in Manchester, Birmingham, or London. Work on high-voltage projects, including renewable energy integration. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and professional development support. Become a Protection & Control Design Engineer with Cundall in Manchester, Birmingham, or London. Join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-voltage designs for renewable energy projects. Collaborate with clients and internal teams, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and structured support for professional development while contributing to the UK's energy transition and net-zero goals.

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Cundall

Company Overview

Name

Cundall

Headquarters

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Founded

1976

Size

Approximately 1,300 employees and generates around £100 million in revenue (source: sustainabilitymag.com; technologymagazine.com; cundall.com).

What They Do

Cundall is a global multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy that specializes in delivering client-focused projects through a people-centric approach. Founded in 1976, the firm integrates structural, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering to provide comprehensive solutions across various sectors. Their expertise extends into renewable energy technology, energy storage, and smart building consultancy, positioning them as leaders in multi-disciplinary solutions that encompass everything from policy advising to detailed design (source: wikipedia.org; cundall.com). Cundall's innovative services include feasibility studies for integrating data center cooling into district heating networks and evaluating high-capacity technologies like ammonia-based heat pumps, showcasing their commitment to optimizing efficiency and financial viability in energy systems (source: cundall.com). Their target markets include national and regional policy levels, utility-scale energy schemes, and commercial buildings, with a strong emphasis on promoting onsite renewable energy solutions.

Projects & Track Record

Cundall has an impressive portfolio of notable projects that highlight their expertise in low-energy design and innovative engineering solutions. Among these is the Wansbeck Hospital, which exemplified early low-energy design principles, achieving significant energy savings through advanced data handling techniques (source: cundall.com). The Daily Telegraph printing plant in London's Docklands marked a pivotal moment for the firm, securing their London office and establishing a foothold in high-profile projects (source: cundall.com). More recent projects include a feasibility study for a Warsaw data center's heat recovery system and the Sustainable Buildings Research Centre in Australia, which achieved zero net energy and Living Building Challenge certification (source: cundall.com; cundall.com). Their commitment to sustainability is further demonstrated in projects like the National Grid Car Park in Warwick, which features Europe's largest green walls for carbon absorption.

Recent Developments

In the past two years, Cundall has made significant strides in sustainability, achieving a world-first Carbon Trust certification for carbon neutrality across its operations in the UK, Europe, MENA, Asia, and Australia (source: cundall.com). The firm has also committed to becoming carbon positive by 2025, focusing on efficiency upgrades and renewable energy initiatives. Recent announcements include their Zero Carbon Design 2030 commitments in Saudi Arabia, aimed at reducing lifecycle carbon emissions in high-cooling-demand buildings (source: cundall.com). While there have been no major acquisitions or mergers reported, Cundall celebrated the legacy of founder Rick Carr, emphasizing their ongoing commitment to sustainability and innovation in engineering (source: cundall.com). Awards include Europe's first WELL-certified office fit-out in London, showcasing their dedication to high standards in workplace design.

Working There

Cundall offers a diverse range of roles across various multi-disciplinary departments, including structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering, as well as sustainability and IT/AV. The firm supports PhD-qualified and chartered professionals with in-house tools like Revit and digital twins, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration (source: technologymagazine.com). Hiring occurs globally from their Newcastle headquarters and over 20 offices, with a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing and professional development through initiatives like the Cundall Diploma sustainable design training program (source: cundall.com). The company culture is rooted in a commitment to investing in people, with benefits that include operations in carbon-neutral offices and a focus on net zero carbon projects by 2030, creating a supportive environment for staff to thrive.

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer to join Cundall's growing Power Systems team. You'll be part of a multidisciplinary group of engineers delivering detailed P&C designs across a range of high-voltage projects - from new-build AIS/GIS substations (33kV-400kV) to renewals, retrofits, and the integration of renewable energy, storage, and critical infrastructure schemes. This is your chance to work on technically challenging projects that are central to the UK's energy transition and net-zero ambitions.

Cundall is a global, partner-led engineering consultancy renowned for innovative and sustainable design solutions across energy, infrastructure, and the built environment.

Alongside our leadership in the energy sector, we are also a major player in the global hyperscale data centre market, delivering power infrastructure for some of the world's largest and most complex facilities. This breadth gives our people the opportunity to work on technically ambitious and commercially significant projects across multiple sectors.

Our Power Systems team specialises in high-voltage design, protection and control systems, and technical advisory services. We thrive on complexity, delivering rigorous, integrated solutions for clients in the UK and internationally.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

Design Deliverables

Produce P&C drawings including single line diagrams, three line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, I/O lists, interlocking schemes, panel GA drawings, and multicore/LAN/FO schedules.

Collaboration & Delivery

Liaise with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
Attend technical meetings with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
Collaborate across disciplines (civil, structural, primary plant, MEP) to deliver fully integrated solutions.

Quality & Assurance

Manage drawing revisions and document control.
Check vendor drawings for accuracy and consistency.
Undertake site visits (as required) to assess constructability and support delivery.
Ensure compliance with CDM and health & safety regulations.

The Skills

Why Join Us?

Work on prestigious, technically challenging projects in the UK and globally.
Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering innovation and excellence.
Access structured support for professional development and Chartership.
Gain exposure to primary design, power system studies, and data centre infrastructure.
Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
Play a vital role in delivering projects that support the energy transition and net-zero future.

Take the next step in your career by joining Cundall's Power Systems team. Apply now to help us design the world-class energy systems of tomorrow.

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That's why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.