Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Utilise Recruitment
Principal Control SystemsEngineer Transmission & Protection Systems Location: Fully Remote (UK-based) Salary: Circa £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits Overview This role offers the opportunity to lead technical delivery on major infrastructure projects, shaping engineering processes and mentoring a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities forPrincipal Control SystemsEngineer Lead the delivery of transmission … protection and automation systems across new substations and existing infrastructure upgrades Provide technical leadership and mentoring to a team of protection engineers Assess and optimise engineering processes to improve delivery efficiency and quality Act as technical authority for protection systems on UK transmission and distribution projects Ensure solutions align with current industry standards, specifications, and regulatory policies Collaborate … and feedback Support testing activities including FAT, settings validation, and interface design Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team Skills & Experience Required forPrincipal Control SystemsEngineer Proven experience delivering protection and control systems within multidisciplinary engineering teams Strong understanding of UK transmission network standards, particularly National Grid specifications Experience in Contractor Design More ❯
Southampton, Hampshire, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Utilise Recruitment
Principal Control SystemsEngineer Transmission & Protection Systems Location: Fully Remote (UK-based) Salary: Circa £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits Overview This role offers the opportunity to lead technical delivery on major infrastructure projects, shaping engineering processes and mentoring a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities forPrincipal Control SystemsEngineer Lead the delivery of transmission … protection and automation systems across new substations and existing infrastructure upgrades Provide technical leadership and mentoring to a team of protection engineers Assess and optimise engineering processes to improve delivery efficiency and quality Act as technical authority for protection systems on UK transmission and distribution projects Ensure solutions align with current industry standards, specifications, and regulatory policies Collaborate … and feedback Support testing activities including FAT, settings validation, and interface design Promote a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the team Skills & Experience Required forPrincipal Control SystemsEngineer Proven experience delivering protection and control systems within multidisciplinary engineering teams Strong understanding of UK transmission network standards, particularly National Grid specifications Experience in Contractor Design More ❯
What Are We Looking For? Through our successful organic growth, RSE is looking to bring on a Principal Control SystemsEngineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of advanced control systems for industrial processes, machinery, and automation systems. This role serves as a technical authority, overseeing large-scale projects, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring compliance … with engineering standards, safety, and industry regulations. Some of Your Key Duties Include: Lead the design, specification, and integration of control systems including PLCs, DCS, SCADA, HMIs, and safety systems. Develop control system architectures and strategies that meet performance, reliability, and safety requirements. Oversee the development of control logic, programming, configuration, and commissioning of control equipment. Conduct system risk … and operational stages. Support project management activities including budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, and vendor coordination. What Do You Need? Bachelor s or Master s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field. Proficiency in control system platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Siemens, ABB, Honeywell, DeltaV, Schneider). Strong understanding of industrial communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus More ❯
ways and study where the network protocols themselves need to be adapted to meet the projects particular requirements. You will be working with the Leonardo team, subcontractors and partners. · Systems Engineering: Apply and develop your knowledge of systems engineering in a fast-paced team. · Communications Expertise: Leonardo has subject-matter experts with extensive and detailed knowledge of communications … systems; technology, performance, and operational capabilities - the learning potential is limitless! · Continuous Learning: Whether its communications, engineering lifecycle processes, leadership, or personal development, you will be supported in your ongoing professional development though training and mentoring. · Teamwork: You will work alongside like-minded professional engineers in a highly collaborative environment. · Connections: You will be joining an expansive team of More ❯
