Lead Protection & Control Engineer - Hybrid/Remote
Jacobs
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Job summary
Jacobs in the UK seeks a Principal Protection & Control Engineer to lead FEED and detailed design for high‑voltage protection systems (132kV–400kV) across transmission and renewable energy projects. You will review schemes, coordinate with back‑office teams, support tendering, and mentor junior engineers within a hybrid working setup.
Ideal candidates hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, are Chartered through the IET, and can manage multiple projects with strong stakeholder engagement while
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 HV installations (132kV–400kV)
Responsibilities
- Lead FEED and detailed design workstreams for Protection & Control systems
- Develop and review interface designs, protection schemes, and control philosophies
- Ensure QA and timely delivery of design packages and technical bids
- Undertake site visits and non-intrusive surveys as part of design or site support
- 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 CDM and safety compliance
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to team capability development
- Maintain client relationships and support business development
Skills
Education
Job description
Jacobs in the UK seeks a Principal Protection & Control Engineer to lead FEED and detailed design for high‑voltage protection systems (132kV–400kV) across transmission and renewable energy projects. You will review schemes, coordinate with back‑office teams, support tendering, and mentor junior engineers within a hybrid working setup.
Ideal candidates hold a degree in Electrical Engineering, are Chartered through the IET, and can manage multiple projects with strong stakeholder engagement while
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