About the role

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

What you will do

Lead FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) for protection and control systems.
Design and specify protection and control schemes for high voltage substations, transmission systems, HVDC interconnectors, and energy storage systems.
Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders.

What you need

Experience in protection and control design for high voltage electrical systems.
Knowledge of AIS and GIS substations.
Familiarity with HVDC interconnectors and energy storage systems.
Strong understanding of relevant industry standards and regulations.
Leadership and communication skills.