Job Title: Lead Project Engineer - HVDC Control & Protection
Location: Staffordshire, UK
Contract Type: Contract
Hybrid Model: 3 days onsite at Stafford, 2 days remote
Max Rate: £45-50 per hour
IR35: Inside IR35
Job Overview:
My client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Project Engineer with expertise in HVDC Control & Protection systems to join our team in Staffordshire, UK. This is a hybrid contract role offering a chance to work with a leading global provider of engineering solutions in the field of power systems.
As a Lead Project Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering complex HVDC solutions, leading a multi-disciplinary team to meet the project objectives. This role presents an excellent opportunity to further develop your project management skills while making significant contributions to large-scale engineering projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and mentor a team of engineers specializing in control and protection systems, automation, HV & LV power systems, and verification & validation for HVDC projects.
* Design, develop, configure, and verify HVDC Control & Protection Systems ensuring solutions meet project requirements, quality standards, and regulatory guidelines.
* Provide technical leadership to internal teams, customers, suppliers, and third parties, guiding them through the entire project lifecycle, including tendering, commissioning, and service phases.
* Oversee the engineering executio...