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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 Senior Principal Engineer – Protection & Control 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.

Key Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership on FEED and detailed design workstreams for Protection & Control systems across transmission and renewable energy projects
Lead interface design, protection schemes, control philosophies, and settings coordination
Oversee technical assurance, quality control, and timely delivery of design packages and bids




Support recruitment, onboarding, and development of engineering talent within the P&C; discipline
Monitor and improve team billability, utilisation, and performance metrics
Lead major bids and proposals, contributing to technical strategy, resource planning, and client engagement
Undertake site visits and non-intrusive surveys as required for design or site support
Chair design reviews, hazard reviews, and technical governance meetings
Identify and manage technical risks, ensuring compliance with CDM and safety standards
Represent Jacobs in client meetings and industry forums, influencing standards and best practices
Support succession planning and capability growth across the P&C; team.

Here's what you'll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
Chartered Engineer through the IET.
National Grid Contractor Design Approval Engineer (CDAE).
TP141 Authorization (Protec

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