Principal Engineer - Protection & Control

Egis Group

1d•Remote

About The Position

Omnia Projects, part of the Egis Group, is a UK-based engineering consultancy specialising in electricity Transmission and Distribution (T&D). The Principal Engineer (Protection and Control) leads, reviews, assesses, and approves Protection and Control design submissions for National Grid and/or Distribution Network Operator (DNO) projects. The role ensures designs for substations, transformers, switchgear, and other high-voltage infrastructure comply with applicable engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The successful candidate works with DNOs, contractors, internal engineering and design teams, and project managers to support timely delivery of safe, reliable, and compliant designs. UK electricity transmission and/or distribution system experience is preferable but not essential. The position can be home-based anywhere in the UK, with the option to work from Omnia offices in Stafford, Stockton Heath, and Northallerton according to project requirements. The role requires willingness to travel anywhere in the UK. The preferred schedule is full-time, though part-time staff positions may be considered. Standard working hours are 40 hours per week; overtime is paid or can be taken as time off in lieu, at the employee’s choice.

Requirements

HNC or degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
Proven experience in Protection and Control design, design assurance, or technical approval within the electricity transmission and/or DNO sector.
Strong knowledge of high-voltage infrastructure, including substations, transformers, switchgear, and high-voltage cable.
Experience implementing safety by design and awareness of CDM.
Experience working to a structured project design process.
Willingness to travel anywhere throughout the UK.

Nice To Haves

UK electricity transmission and/or distribution system experience.
Chartered Engineer status or working towards CEng accreditation.
Experience producing, reviewing, and approving designs for National Grid and/or DNO projects.
Current or previous National Grid BP141 Design Assurance Engineer authorisation.
Current or previous nomination as BP137 Contractor Design Approval Engineer on National Grid projects.

Responsibilities

Review and assess Protection and Control design submissions for compliance with National Grid and DNO policies, procedures, and engineering standards.
Provide feedback and recommendations to address design gaps, non-compliance, and potential risks.
Approve final designs when technical, safety, and regulatory requirements are met.
Chair design review meetings with stakeholders.
Coordinate and provide technical interfaces with other engineering disciplines.
Act as the primary contact between National Grid/DNO and contractors on Protection and Control design matters.
Work with internal stakeholders, including asset management, project delivery teams, and other engineering disciplines, to align designs with project objectives.
Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops, and technical reviews with contractors and suppliers.
Identify safety, reliability, and performance risks in contractor designs and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure designs include appropriate risk mitigation, hazard identification (HAZID), and risk assessments.
Maintain records of design submissions, review comments, and approval decisions.
Prepare technical reports and assurance documentation for internal stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
Monitor design quality and compliance performance and provide feedback to management.