Principal Protection & Control Engineer

Clear Engineering Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy company is looking for a Protection and Controls Engineer to lead projects in utility-scale solar and BESS. This exciting role involves managing design and deliverables, working towards a sustainable future while collaborating across multiple renewable technologies.

Responsibilities

• Leading design capability for large-scale electrical projects.
• Develop the Protection and Control deliverables for construction projects.
• Manage project capital costs and stakeholder communication.

Job description

Protection and Controls Engineer

This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the UK's most rapidly expanding renewable energy companies, leading the Protection and Controls for utility-scale solar and BESS projects.

Location: Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8abc711514a9

Job Views: 44

Posted: 24.06.2025

Expiry Date: 08.08.2025

Job Description

This role offers the chance to work with a leading renewable energy company that has significantly expanded its team recently. You will be involved in cutting-edge energy projects across various renewable technologies, contributing to a sustainable future.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading design capability for large-scale electrical projects, including utility-scale solar and BESS
• Develop the Protection and Control deliverables for construction projects
• Manage project capital costs, energy savings calculations, stakeholder communication, and operational improvements
• Participate in site visits as part of a flexible hybrid working model