Senior Power Systems Engineer

Cundall

London, Manchester or Birmingham, United Kingdom

Are you a skilled Power Systems Engineer ready for a new challenge? Do you want to work on high impact projects around the globe? We're looking for an experienced Senior Power Systems Engineer to join our elite Power Systems team. This role offers the chance to engage in pioneering projects and influence the future of energy and infrastructure.

The Role

As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you'll tackle some of the most stimulating engineering projects worldwide. Your role will involve designing medium/high voltage power systems, using industry-recognized software for analysis and validation, drafting technical reports, and mentoring junior team members. You'll also drive improvements in project delivery methods, while managing the delivery of small to medium projects through your passion for accurate and innovative power systems design and strong collaborative and problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, and specifications using relevant technical software.
Prepare detailed technical reports, specifications, drawings, schematics, and other design documents across different stages of project lifecycles.
Model complex networks and perform steady state studies (load-flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc flash), dynamic/transient simulation, and harmonic analysis to validate and verify developed design.
Define, Refine and Lead delivery of specific work packages assigned by the project lead, while coordinating input/workstreams from other disciplines as required.
Supervise, mentor and review the work of junior colleagues.
Communicate and collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, contractors, vendors, and clients in a professional manner within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural environment.
Participate and lead (where required) client and project meetings.
Identify and develop improvements in project delivery methodologies.

The Skills

Degree in Power Systems Engineering or a related field.
Chartered engineer (or working towards) with a recognized body.
Experience in an Electrical Engineering role within the power systems field, preferably in consultancy or an OEM/equipment vendor environment, delivering grid substation or renewable projects.
Experience with UK DNO/TO design standards and requirements above 33kV.
Proven ability to produce design documentation such as schematic diagrams, fault and discrimination studies, specifications, and project reports.
Experience in one of the following at 33kV or above:
- Substation Primary Design (FEED/Detailed)
- Substation Secondary Design (FEED/Detailed)
- HV Plant Design (FEED/Detailed)
Good communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Skills

Proficiency with power systems analysis software (e.g., DIgSILENT Power Factory, ETAP, or SKM-PTW).
Proficiency with AutoCAD or equivalent design tools is advantageous.
Knowledge of UK/European Grid Codes and grid compliance studies is advantageous.
Scripting knowledge in Python (or similar) is beneficial.
Growth mindset with a desire for continuous learning and development.

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