Associate Technical Consultant, Power Systems

Hitachi; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consulting firm in Birmingham is looking for an Associate Technical Consultant. This hybrid role involves developing advisory projects in the power sector, requiring a Master’s degree in electrical engineering and experience in the industry. You will use your analytical skills to propose solutions and conduct market studies, helping clients navigate challenges in the energy market. Additional knowledge in electric transport and storage is advantageous. Join us for an innovative and collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field required.
• Experience in the electric power industry is essential.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Develop advisory projects for electricity sector agents.
• Conduct research and analysis across climate and energy projects.
• Propose technical solutions based on client needs.

Skills

C

MATLAB

Simulink

GaBi

Dfx

Homer

Python

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerBI, PowerApps, VBA)

Education

Master’s degree in electrical engineering or similar

Advanced degrees (PhD, MBA)

Job description

Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Job ID: R0113177

Company: HITACHI ENERGY UK LIMITED

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity

Hitachi Energy has an exciting new opportunity for an Associate Technical Consultant Power Consulting. You will be responsible for the development of advisory projects for major electricity sector agents—including distribution, transmission, retailer, and generator customers—in helping them deal with regulatory, economic, and electricity challenges. You will assist in building and retaining long‑lasting relationships with internal and external customers to support profitable growth and ongoing satisfaction.

Please note this position is of a hybrid nature (2–3 days working from our central Birmingham offices). Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position (including post‑visa).

How you’ll make an impact

Work in an environment of international collaboration within the different Power Consulting units, working on consulting assignments using established standards, methods, and technologies to develop solutions and resolve issues.

• Propose technical and engineering solutions to meet client needs and actively seek feedback for improvement.
• Conduct work (e.g., research, market studies, qualitative and quantitative analysis, policy support, report writing, and presentation development) across a range of international climate and energy projects.
• Help drive project proposals, including approaches, timelines, staffing plans, and budgets.
• Cooperate and work in teams with leading specialists within Hitachi Energy.
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Your background

Required: Master’s degree in electrical engineering, electrical power systems, or a similar field.

Advanced degrees preferred (Master’s, PhD, MBA)

Experience and knowledge of the electric power industry, market systems, and equipment.

Confidence in identifying opportunities for new and recurring consulting business.

Knowledge such as:

• C, MATLAB, Simulink
• GaBi, Dfx, Homer, Python
• Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel, PowerBI, PowerApps, VBA)

Analytic and solution‑oriented working style. Ability to plan and prioritize, with systemic thinking.

Fluency in English (written and spoken) required.

Knowledge in additional sectors such as electric transport, battery storage, wind, offshore hydrogen, virtual power plants, and beneficial technologies is advantageous.

Accommodation for Candidates with Disabilities

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Required Experience

Relevant professional experience in the power consulting field (specific years not listed).

Employment Type

Full‑time

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