Senior / Principal Power Systems Engineer

Overview

Join a growing Energy team focused on grid connection and network planning for utility-scale renewable energy. You will deliver grid connection studies and support multidisciplinary project work for UK and Ireland clients, helping to ensure compliant, efficient power delivery. The role emphasizes using engineering expertise to drive technical outcomes and integrate advanced tools. You’ll collaborate across disciplines to shape project delivery and bidding efforts, contributing to a sustainable energy future.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working model
• career development opportunities
• AECOM University
• volunteering days
• flexible work arrangements
• well-being programs

Responsibilities

• Support electrical design through power system studies
• Conduct grid code compliance studies using PowerFactory, PSCAD and PSS/E
• Participate in interdisciplinary project reviews
• Perform grid connection due diligence including prospecting, optioneering, risk and capacity assessment
• Apply PS&E package discipline components
• Develop construction cost estimates and technical effort estimates
• Lead or support design calculations quality control
• Prepare technical specification sections
• Contribute to engineering budget and schedule planning
• Liaise with OEMs and clients to drive outcomes
• Support bids and proposals

Key requirements

• Professional experience in an Engineering Design Consultancy or OEM/Utility Network Planning
• Understanding of transmission and distribution planning and customer connection processes
• Strong knowledge of UK Grid Code, G99, G5/5, P28; Ireland Grid Code beneficial
• Proficiency in PSCAD, PowerFactory, and Python scripting
• Desirable: PSSE and ETAP experience
• Understanding of protection principles for HV equipment and basics of power electronics

• Strong written and oral communication
• Collaborative, with ability to liaise with multiple stakeholders
• Problem-solving mindset and adaptability
• PSCAD
• PowerFactory
• PSS/E

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