Electrical Design Manager – Protection & Control

Locations: Birmingham office / Chesterfield site / Stafford OEM

Join Laing O'Rourke on the Great Grid Upgrade – a nationally significant programme modernising the UK's electricity transmission network and enabling a low‑carbon future.

We are seeking an Electrical Design Manager with a strong Protection & Control specialism and high‑voltage substation experience (132–400kV). This role plays a pivotal part in shaping and assuring P&C design across complex HV infrastructure projects, working closely with National Grid and delivery partners.

The role is intentionally split across our Birmingham, Chesterfield and Stafford offices, offering flexibility, variety and close collaboration with substation delivery teams across the region.

What you'll be responsible for:

Technical leadership of Protection & Control design on major HV substation projects (AIS & GIS)
Managing and assuring P&C schemes including:
- Protection philosophies and setting calculations
- Intertripping, busbar, transformer and feeder protection
- Control systems, SCADA, telecoms and interface coordination
Leading design integration across primary, secondary and multidisciplinary teams
Supporting assurance, compliance and collaboration with the client, ICPs and OEMs
Driving quality, safety and buildability throughout the design lifecycle

What you'll bring:

Strong experience in HV substation P&C design (132–400kV)
Background in electrical or power systems engineering
Proven ability to lead, coordinate and technically challenge P&C designs
Confidence working across multiple locations and stakeholder groups
A passion for delivering safe, innovative and sustainable energy infrastructure

Why join Laing O'Rourke?

🌍 Work on one of the UK's most important energy transformation programmes
🚀 Use leading digital engineering tools and modern construction methods
🤝 Be part of an inclusive, collaborative culture where technical expertise is valued
📍 Enjoy variety through a multi‑office role that keeps you connected to delivery teams

Ready to shape the future of the grid?

📩 Apply now and play a key role in delivering resilient, low‑carbon power infrastructure for the UK.

About Us

Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering state‑of‑the‑art infrastructure and buildings projects across the UK, Middle East and Australia. For more than 150 years, we've delivered certainty, reliability and quality for our clients through innovation, teamwork and engineering excellence.

Accessibility & Inclusion

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we offer an Offer an Interview scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know if you'd like to opt in or require any adjustments during the recruitment process.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or would like to know more, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.

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