Overview

Principal Protection and Controls Engineer position with remote options in the UK/Europe. Salary – £70K-£80K (Permanent) or £500-£550 per day outside IR35.

Your New Employer

Join one of the fastest-growing renewable energy asset developers in the world, currently managing a ground breaking 300 MW grid-connected battery storage project. The organisation focuses on sustainability and innovation and has grown rapidly in recent years.

Your New Role

As a Principal Protection and Controls Engineer, you will:

• Design and develop protection systems for grid connection projects
• Produce detailed design deliverables, including line diagrams, protection schematics, SCADA connections, and cable schedules
• Coordinate with national grid, suppliers, and procurement teams to specify equipment and oversee sub-contractor coordination
• Contribute to tender writing, cost estimation, and stakeholder management to support large-scale renewable energy projects

Your Background

Ideal candidates have a background in engineering with experience in protection and control design for grid-connected projects. You should be proficient in electrical design principles, equipment specification, protection panels, and SCADA systems, with the ability to collaborate with stakeholders and manage multiple tasks effectively.

In Return

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in the renewable energy sector, with a focus on clean technologies and sustainable solutions. Benefits include a competitive salary, remote work options, and the support of a dynamic and growing organisation dedicated to innovation and excellence in the energy industry.

Apply today to join this exciting journey towards a greener and more sustainable future!

For more details about this role, contact Mahi Jhaveri at +44 7427 576344.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Design

Industries

• Services for Renewable Energy, Engineering Services, and Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution