Senior HVDC Control and Protection Engineer
About the role
At National Grid Ventures (NGV), we’re shaping the future of energy by developing and delivering innovative infrastructure projects that connect clean energy across borders. Our Offshore Hybrid Asset (OHA) Engineering team is at the forefront of this transformation—developing next-generation HVDC interconnectors and pioneering multi-terminal DC systems such as LionLink, connecting the UK to offshore wind in the Netherlands.
As a Protection & Control Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in the design and delivery of HVDC converter stations, leading the specification and assurance of protection schemes and control systems.
Working as part of a highly specialist engineering team, you’ll collaborate with OEMs, system operators, and internal experts to ensure robust, reliable, and compliant solutions that meet Grid Code requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced engineers and those looking to develop deep technical expertise in HVDC technology.
This role is primarily based at our NGV offices in Warwick, with regular UK and international travel, including site visits during key project phases.
What you'll do
- Specify and review protection and control system functionality for HVDC converter stations
- Work with OEMs to ensure compliance with Grid Code requirements and internal standards
- Support design reviews, resolving technical queries and reviewing design submissions
- Support technical interfaces at grid connection points
- Provide onsite support for FAT, SAT, and installation activities
- Support integration of third-party systems into OEM control systems
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil and cable engineering
- Contribute to technical input during tender assessments
What you'll need
- Experience in infrastructure or energy projects, delivering high-quality outputs to deadlines
- Strong understanding of the power industry
- Knowledge of HVDC control and protection systems (or strong desire to develop expertise)
- Technical understanding of converter station components
- Ability to manage competing priorities and make sound technical decisions
What you'll get
A competitive salary between - £61,416.00 - £72,671.00 per annum– dependent on capability.
As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.
More Information
This role closes on 9th July 2026 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.
More Information
- Grade: Level 8
- Closing Date: 9th July 2026
- Location: Warwick, hybrid
- Hiring Manager: Noel McGoldrick
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates – we make appointments purely on merit, assessed against objective selection criteria. We support flexible working and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process should you have any physical or mental impairment which may affect your ability to participate in the process.
Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.