Protection and Controls Engineer

Clear Engineering Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in Leeds is seeking a Protection and Controls Engineer to lead design for utility-scale solar and BESS projects. This role involves development of deliverables, project management, and stakeholder communication. Candidates should have relevant engineering experience and leadership capabilities. The position offers a hybrid working model with flexible hours and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Hybrid Working

Flexible Hours

Qualifications

• Experience as a Protection and Controls Engineer or similar role.
• Leadership or team management experience is a plus.
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design capability for large-scale electrical projects, including utility-scale solar and BESS.
• Develop Protection and Control deliverables for solar and BESS construction projects.
• Manage project capital costs, energy savings calculations, stakeholder communication, and operational improvements.

Job description

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

Location: Leeds

Benefits: Bonus, Hybrid Working, Flexible Hours

About the Company:

This role is for one of the most exciting businesses in the renewable energy market. Over the last year, they have increased their headcount significantly, adding over % new hires. You will be working for a global leader in their field, involved in innovative energy projects across various renewable technologies.

This company is a leading renewable energy and energy efficiency firm with offices worldwide and expanding into mainland Europe. They are among the fastest-growing sustainability companies in the sector, maintaining a low staff turnover with a highly skilled team.

About the Role:

• Lead design capability for large-scale electrical projects, including utility-scale solar and BESS
• Develop Protection and Control deliverables for solar and BESS construction projects
• Manage project capital costs, energy savings calculations, stakeholder communication, and operational improvements
• Flexible hybrid working model; site visits required

The Ideal Candidate:

• Experience as a Protection and Controls Engineer or similar role
• Leadership or team management experience is a plus
• Relevant engineering degree or equivalent experience