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Senior Applications Engineer

ID de Puesto
484256
Publicado desde
06-Nov-2025
Organización
Smart Infrastructure
Ámbito de trabajo
Engineering
Empresa
Siemens plc
Nivel de experiencia
Sin especificación
Tipo de jornada
Jornada completa
Modalidad de trabajo
Oficina/Solo presencial
Tipo de contrato
Indefinido
Ubicación(es)
  • Hebburn - South Tyneside - Reino Unido
Protect the Future of Power Systems at Siemens

Position: Applications Engineer - Protection

Location: The role is based out of our Hebburn office, but we are led by our forward thinking hybrid working policy. The role will require the flexibility to travel to customer sites when required, but the majority of the role is based from the Hebburn office.

Reports to: Principal Engineer/Engineering Manager

About the Role

Are you passionate about power systems and making a real impact on critical infrastructure? As an Applications Engineer - Protection, you'll be at the heart of designing and implementing protection systems that keep the UK and Ireland's energy networks running safely and reliably.

This is your opportunity to combine technical expertise with customer engagement, working on cutting-edge protection technology while building meaningful relationships with clients across transmission and distribution networks.

What You'll Do

• Design & Configure protection systems for transmission and distribution networks using Siprotec 5 and Reyrolle devices
• Develop Solutions through relay logic design and configuration (CFC, Reylogic Express)
• Support Customers with comprehensive training and technical guidance, ensuring they get the most from their systems
• Collaborate with project engineers and sales teams to deliver solutions on time and within specification
• Ensure Compliance by handling type registrations and ENA assessments for both transmission and distribution operators
• Lead Technical Discussions with clients, attending meetings and site visits to ensure technical excellence
• Contribute to Tenders by providing expert technical input for competitive, proficient solutions
• Conduct Testing including FAT/SAT and secondary injection testing using industry-standard equipment

What We're Looking For

Essential:
• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering
• Solid understanding of high voltage power system calculations and excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and call-handling abilities

Highly Valued:

• Knowledge of Siprotec 4/5 and Reyrolle protection devices (we'll provide training if needed)
• Experience with communications networks (IEC61850, IEC 60870-5-103, Profibus, Modbus, DNP3.0)
• Secondary injection testing experience (OMICRON or similar test kits)
• Programming language skills
• Familiarity with competitor protection products
• Experience in substation design and configuration

Why Join Us?

• Make a Real Difference – Your work directly impacts critical infrastructure and energy security
• Technical Growth – Work with cutting-edge protection technology and expand your expertise
• Customer Focus – Build relationships and provide solutions that matter to our clients
• Collaborative Environment – Work alongside expert engineers who are passionate about their craft
• Career Development – Grow your skills in a supportive, inclusive team
• Hybrid Working: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements 
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%. 
• Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days. 
• Performance-Based Bonus

What We Expect

• Commitment to our "Think Customer" initiative
• Adherence to all business compliance requirements, including Business Conduct Guidelines
• Respect for confidentiality and data protection
• A collaborative approach to problem-solving
• Continuous learning and professional development

Ready to Shape the Future of Power Protection?

If you're an electrical engineer with a passion for protection systems and a desire to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team of technical experts dedicated to powering the future.

We are fully committed to providing equal opportunities and building an inclusive workplace where a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives thrive. We embrace the many ways people think, learn, and experience the world—because we know that a diverse set of minds drive innovation. So that we can support you to be your best during the application and interview process, please let us know if you have any specific requirements.

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