Principal Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer - UK Grid Network

Principal Protection & Control Design Engineer – UK Grid Network

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Jacobs is playing a leading role in the global energy transition. As our UK and Continental Europe team expands, we are seeking a Principal Protection & Control Engineer to support a range of high‑profile projects across our Power & Energy portfolio, including high voltage AIS and GIS Substations, transmission system assets, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for Protection & Control systems across transmission and renewable energy projects
• Develop and review interface designs, protection schemes, and control philosophies
• Ensure quality assurance and timely delivery of design packages and technical bids
• Undertake site visits and non‑intrusive surveys as part of design or site support activities
• Review protection settings, relay coordination, and scheme logic
• Coordinate with back‑office engineers, sub‑contractors, and suppliers
• Support tendering activities and contribute to technical offers
• Identify and manage technical risks, ensuring compliance with CDM and safety standards
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability development
• Maintain strong client relationships and support business development

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Chartered Engineer through the IET
• Extensive experience in P&C FEED and detailed design for high‑voltage installations (132 kV–400 kV)
• Knowledge of National Grid and SSE design processes and standards
• Experience across the full project lifecycle from feasibility to detailed design
• Familiarity with protection and control systems for DNOs, BESS, wind farms, and HVDC
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple projects and manage competing priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Why Jacobs?

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset. We offer a competitive package, including free single medical cover, digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes. Reimbursement is also provided for relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to communities through our Collectively program, which incorporates matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work‑life balance and flexibility are a key focus. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part‑time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. Our culture of caring supports positive mental health and belonging for all employees. To learn more about life at Jacobs, visit our careers page.

Disability Confidence

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants who may not meet all listed requirements. We will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria and provide reasonable adjustments, including support during the recruitment process.

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