Substation Engineer (Protection/Training)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment LimitedStaffordreedpublished 10/23/2026

About the company

On offer is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly respected and innovative organisation that invests in its people, provides a flexible and collaborative working environment, and gives you the opportunity to work on a wide range of international power system projects.

Your tasks

Do you want to join a business that offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, provide technical support and training to customers, and play a key role in the development of innovative solutions across the power generation, transmission and distribution sectors?

  • Full training to become a trainer/Applications Engineer
  • Provide product consultation, training and technical support on protection testing and diagnostic equipment
  • Troubleshoot technical issues and provide on-site customer support relating to applications
  • Develop and deliver product training through classroom sessions, field-based training and webinars
  • Provide input into new products, product strategies, development and application requirements
  • Develop application notes and technical papers and present at relevant seminars and conferences

Requirements

Are you a Substation Engineer with experience in power systems and substation protection looking to join an internationally recognised company specialising in advanced protection testing and diagnostic equipment where you will be trained up to be the go to technical trainer for their courses?

This role would suit a Substation Engineer with several years of experience in power systems, particularly substation protection, looking to develop their career within a customer-facing technical role involving training, technical support, product development and international travel.

The person

  • Substation Engineer or similar
  • Several years of experience within power systems, particularly substation protection
  • Basic understanding of IEC 61850
  • Flexible and willing to travel internationally, with up to 50% travel

What we offer

Stafford £50,000 - £70,000+ Extensive Training + benefits + flexible working + international travel + Company Vehicle

How to apply

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Other

Reference: BBBH27407HH

Keywords: Protection Engineer, Applications Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Power Systems, Substation Protection, Protection Testing, Diagnostic Equipment, Customer Support, Technical Support, Training, Power Generation, Transmission, Distribution, Stafford

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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