Principal Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer - UK Grid Network

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Overview

Jacobs is seeking a Protection and Control Design Engineer to join our growing Transmission & Distribution team in the UK. You will work on high‑profile infrastructure projects, including HVDC and interconnectors, wind farms and substations, within a collaborative team delivering smart, sustainable solutions for critical energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

  • Design protection and control systems for electrical substations up to 400kV for Transmission & Distribution clients.
  • Prepare single line diagrams, key line diagrams, and interlocking schemes based on project requirements.
  • Develop detailed electrical designs for equipment such as circuit breakers, disconnectors, and earth switches.
  • Ensure quality assurance processes are followed in line with project and contract requirements.
  • Deliver designs in accordance with the contract to the client’s satisfaction and to the specifications.
  • Identify and manage relevant Health and Safety risks and hazards with the project team.
  • Develop external and internal client relationships.
  • Coordinate resources and provide training to deliver FEED and detailed design work for National Grid, SSEN and other clients.
  • Interface with other disciplines (Civil/Structural, Substations, HV Cables and OHL engineers).

Qualifications

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.
  • Experience in electrical disciplines and in delivering complex multi-disciplinary projects (e.g., Rail or Oil & Gas Refinery).
  • Relevant professional experience in HV and LV systems (33kV – 400kV).
  • Experience preparing design calculations, reports, and detailed drawings. CAD (AutoCAD or Microstation) preferred but not essential.

Why Jacobs?

People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent. UK employees receive benefits including medical cover, digital GP service, enhanced parental leave pay, employee support and professional development reimbursements, and philanthropic programs through our Collectively initiative.

We support work‑life balance with hybrid, part‑time and flexible working options. We value inclusion and belonging, and Jacobs partners with networks and initiatives to support diverse communities and accessibility.

Jacobs operates with a hybrid working policy to accommodate offices and project locations. If you require reasonable recruitment adjustments, please contact Careers Support.

Equal Opportunity and Accessibility

As a disability confident employer, Jacobs will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and we welcome flexible working candidates and those who may not meet all listed requirements. We strive to embed inclusion and belonging in all we do.

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Location:
Leeds, England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£80,000 - £100,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT & Technology

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