Lead Validation & Verification Project Engineer

As a Lead V&V (Verification & Validation) Project Engineer you will be responsible for leading a multidisciplinary engineering team focused on the design configuration testing and validation of complex HVDC Control & Protection (C&P) and automation systems. You will drive consistent design practices common global processes and robust V&V strategies to ensure flawless execution across projects (OTR) NPI and product care.
This role offers an exceptional opportunity for a motivated engineering leader to expand their technical and project management capabilities within an international organization delivering world-class HVDC solutions. Our Lead Engineers are essential to project success providing technical leadership overseeing the testing lifecycle from lab to site commissioning and ensuring operational rigor safety and quality standards are strictly maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and lead a multidisciplinary team specializing in C&P systems automation HV/LV power systems and V&V ensuring solutions meet all contract quality and regulatory requirements.

Provide expert technical guidance across the project lifecycleincluding Tendering Lab Testing (RTDS/ATE) FAT/FST Site Commissioning and Service. Deputize for the Project Engineering Manager (PEM) when required.

Plan monitor and execute all V&V-related activities ensuring rigorous defect tracking traceability test documentation and compliance with grid codes and functional specifications.

Monitor and control engineering budgets schedules documentation and risk management processes. Manage change control (CCB) and drive design reviews in line with company guidelines.

Act as the primary technical interface with internal stakeholders customers suppliers NPI and Product Care. Translate customer needs into robust profitable technical solutions.

Drive improvement initiatives standardization and cost-out plans in collaboration with cross-functional teams. Apply a lean mindset to streamline review processes and eliminate redundant work.

Lead motivate and mentor a team of engineers. Support their career development manage workload and shift planning effectively and foster a healthy sustainable working culture (preventing burnout and ensuring team retention).

• Support the Project (Engineering) Manager as required and deputise for them as and when the need arises. Plan and progress all design engineering related activities.

• Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Bachelors degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or an equivalent technical qualification with suitable industry experience.
• Proven engineering and project execution experience within HVDC Control & Protection or grid-connected systems with a strong focus on Verification & Validation or testing.
• Deep understanding of HVDC system integration and testing methodologies (e.g. RTDS ATE simulation tools).
• Demonstrated experience leading mentoring and developing technical teams in a complex engineering environment.
• Proven ability to manage budgets project schedules risks and multi-task under strict time scales while maintaining engineering integrity quality and safety.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a proven ability to present to senior stakeholders and manage customer relationships.
• Willingness to work flexibly when required and travel globally for site support or customer alignment.