Senior Relay Protection Specialist

Location: Västerås, Sweden (Primarily onsite; some remote possible) Scope: Full Time (100%) Period: 2026-03-02 to 2026-06-30 (Extension possible) Language: English and Swedish (fluent in both spoken and written – mandatory) Apply Before: 2026-02-27 Role Overview We are hiring a Senior Relay Protection Specialist on behalf of one of our clients to support multiple ongoing projects within the Control & Protection Engineering team in Västerås. In this expert role, you will develop high-quality relay protection solutions for substations in transmission and distribution grids, perform protection settings and selectivity studies, review technical documentation, and provide support to project managers, test leads, and installation teams during FAT/SAT and troubleshooting. This senior position requires deep expertise in relay protection design, strong understanding of power system behavior, and the ability to work independently in a project-driven environment. What You’ll Do Develop relay protection solutions (HE, GE, Siemens) Perform protection settings calculations and selectivity studies Review drawings, signal lists, and technical documentation Support project managers, test leads, and installation teams Participate in FAT/SAT activities and assist with troubleshooting in delivery projects Ensure compliance with Svenska kraftnät (SvK) and Vattenfall standards/requirements Deliver high-quality protection solutions within project timelines Who You Are Degree in Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent Extensive experience in relay protection design, commissioning, or troubleshooting Strong understanding of power system behavior and protection principles Familiarity with IED platforms (ABB/Hitachi Energy, Siemens, Schneider) Knowledge of SvK (Svenska kraftnät) and Vattenfall standards, processes, and technical requirements Fluent in Swedish and English (both spoken and written – mandatory) Valid SSG-Entré certificate About Sperton This Position is Sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.