Director of Protection & Control - UK Grid Network

Jacobs; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free single medical cover

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Professional development reimbursement

Volunteering support

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Director of Protection & Control to lead strategic initiatives in high-voltage Power & Energy projects. The role involves overseeing technical assurance, managing client relationships, and developing engineering talent. Ideal candidates will hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering and possess proven leadership experience in large-scale infrastructure programmes. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and comprehensive medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Chartered Engineer through the IET.
• TP141 Authorisation (Protection & Control).
• National Grid Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE).
• Recognised authority in P&C engineering for high-voltage installations.
• Proven leadership across large-scale infrastructure programmes.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the strategic direction of Protection & Control capability.
• Provide executive leadership on design workstreams for clients.
• Oversee technical assurance, quality control, and delivery excellence.
• Lead recruitment and development of engineering talent.
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key clients.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Commercial acumen

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer through the IET

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Director of Protection & Control to lead strategic initiatives in high-voltage Power & Energy projects. The role involves overseeing technical assurance, managing client relationships, and developing engineering talent. Ideal candidates will hold an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering and possess proven leadership experience in large-scale infrastructure programmes. Benefits include flexible working arrangements and comprehensive medical coverage.