Project Engineer - Control & Protection

Our client is a leading international engineering consultancy delivering major power transmission and energy infrastructure projects. They provide specialist engineering services across high-voltage networks, supporting utilities and developers as they modernize electricity grids and integrate renewable energy.

The Role

Due to continued growth, our client is looking to appoint a Project Engineer – Secondary Systems to support the delivery of high-voltage transmission projects. The role focuses on the design, coordination, and implementation of Protection & Control systems for onshore and offshore substations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage technical activities relating to Protection & Control systems.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate schematics and engineering documentation.
• Support the development and improvement of technical standards and engineering guidelines.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers, and multidisciplinary project teams throughout project delivery.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and technical performance.
• Witness and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for Protection & Control systems.
• Assess technical solutions and support engineering decisions for new and existing HV substations.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience with Protection & Control systems within high-voltage substations.
• Knowledge of HV transmission infrastructure up to 400kV.
• Experience with STATCOM, SVC, reactive power compensation systems, or similar technologies is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; familiarity with SAP or asset management systems is beneficial.
• Fluent German (C1) and good English (B2+) are essential.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

What’s on Offer

• Permanent position with a competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on major transmission and renewable energy infrastructure projects.
• Collaborative international engineering environment.
• Excellent training, professional development, and long-term career progression opportunities.