Principal Engineer - Protection & Control

About Egis and Omnia Projects

Egis is a global leader in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and operations, committed to creating a balanced, sustainable, and resilient world. Omnia Projects, part of Egis Group, is a UK-based engineering consultancy specialising in Transmission and Distribution (T&D) electrical systems, offering engineering services, project management, and technical assurance.

Role Overview

The Principal Engineer in Protection & Control (P&C) is tasked with leading the review, assessment, and approval of Protection and Control designs for projects involving National Grid and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). This includes ensuring that designs for substations, transformers, switchgear, and related high-voltage infrastructure adhere strictly to National Grid/DNO engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate P&C design submissions for compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and engineering standards.
• Provide comprehensive feedback to address any design deficiencies, compliance issues, or potential risks.
• Authorize final design approvals once all safety, technical, and regulatory conditions are fulfilled.
• Lead design review meetings involving multiple stakeholders.
• Coordinate technically with other engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive designs.
• Act as main liaison between National Grid/DNO and contractors on P&C design matters.
• Engage collaboratively with internal teams including asset management and project delivery to align designs with project goals.
• Participate actively in design coordination meetings, workshops, and technical evaluations with contractors and suppliers.
• Recognize and mitigate design-related risks concerning safety, reliability, and performance; recommend corrective measures.
• Ensure risk mitigation integrates hazard identification (HAZID) and risk assessment processes.
• Implement safety by design principles and demonstrate awareness of Construction Design and Management (CDM) regulations.
• Maintain detailed records of design submissions, reviews, and approvals.
• Prepare technical reports and assurance documents for stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
• Monitor and report on design quality and compliance outcomes to management.
• Experience working within structured project design processes.

Qualifications

• Essential: HNC or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in Protection & Control design, assurance, or technical approval within the Electricity Transmission or DNO sectors.
• Strong understanding of high-voltage infrastructure components such as substations, transformers, switchgear, and HV cable systems.
• Desirable: Chartered Engineer status or progression towards CEng accreditation.
• Experience producing, reviewing, and approving National Grid and/or DNO project designs.
• Previous or current authorization as National Grid BP141 Design Assurance Engineer.
• Nomination as BP137 Contractor Design Approval Engineer for National Grid projects is advantageous.

Additional Information

Location: Remote work from anywhere in the UK is possible, with access to Omnia offices in Stafford, Stockton Heath, or Northallerton as required. Flexibility to travel throughout the UK is mandatory.

Working Arrangements: Primarily full-time (40 hours per week), with part-time employment considered. Overtime is compensated either financially or via time off in lieu.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with potential discretionary bonuses.
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with opportunity to increase holiday entitlement.
• Private medical insurance.
• Workplace pension scheme.
• Death in service benefit.
• Access to a company car scheme.