Earthing Systems Engineer

Enspec Power Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Training and development opportunities

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Manchester is seeking an Earthing Engineer to focus on delivering earthing studies using CDEGS. The successful candidate will assist in the design and optimization of earthing systems for various projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers a supportive work environment with growth opportunities in a company that values innovation and teamwork. Candidates should possess an Electrical Engineering degree and proficiency in delivering technical reports. Competitive salary and flexible working hours are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in earthing systems and grounding design.
• Understanding of UK Grid Code Compliance.
• Experience with technical presentations.
• Proficiency in delivering technical reports and presentations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Deliver earthing studies using CDEGS or XGSLab software.
• Conduct fault current analysis and grounding grid design.
• Support transient analysis of earthing systems.
• Contribute to power quality studies and harmonic filtering.
• Assist in design and optimisation of earthing systems for new infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical support on earthing-related queries and collaborate with power systems teams.
• Ensure quality control in reports and deliverables related to earthing systems.

Skills

Technical report writing

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

CDEGS

XGSLab

PSCAD

DIgSILENT

Job description

Enspec is looking for an ambitious and technically skilled Earthing Engineer to join our team. This role will primarily focus on delivering earthing studies using CDEGS. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to the development of earthing solutions and will be part of a growing team that will focus on providing the full suite of earthing studies.

The Role

• Assist in the delivery of earthing studies using CDEGS or XGSLab software, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
• Conduct steady‑state earthing studies, including fault current analysis, grounding grid design, and earthing system modelling.
• Support transient analysis and simulations of earthing and grounding systems.
• Contribute to power quality studies and harmonic filtering, ensuring earthing systems integrate with broader power systems.
• Assist in the design and optimisation of earthing systems for new infrastructure projects, including onshore and offshore grid connections.
• Provide technical support and assistance on earthing‑related queries.
• Contribute to the development of solutions for earthing, working with other power systems engineering teams.
• Ensure quality control in the preparation of reports and deliverables related to earthing systems.

A typical week would include:

• Supporting the delivery of earthing consultancy services and studies, focusing on CDEGS or XGSLab and related tools.
• Assisting with fault current analysis, grounding system designs, and earthing grid simulations.
• Collaborating with senior engineers to ensure the technical quality of reports and proposals.
• Assisting with client‑facing communications regarding earthing studies.
• Contributing to the development of earthing solutions for various projects.
• Working with a team to develop and optimise earthing designs, supporting the creation of a full suite of studies.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent.
• A strong interest in earthing systems and grounding design, with a focus on CDEGS software.
• Experience with CDEGS and/or XGSLab.
• An understanding of UK Grid Code Compliance, specifically related to earthing and fault current analysis.
• Proficiency in delivering technical reports and presentations.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A proactive and self‑motivated individual with the ability to work as part of a team.

Preferences

• Experience or interest in learning about international power systems standards, including earthing requirements in regions such as the USA, Australia, and Africa.
• Interest in sustainable energy projects, including Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and their impact on earthing design.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a dynamic and growing company.
• Opportunities to learn a wider range of power systems studies, i.e. P28, G55, G99, Grid Code, Protection Coordination, Arc Flash & Transient Studies.
• Opportunities to learn various software, i.e. IPSA, ETAP, PSCAD & DIgSILENT.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.

At Enspec, we believe every employee is critical to our success. We prize good people, ambition, and hard work. We offer a range of flexible employee benefits along with career development opportunities.

Enspec Power is a down‑to‑earth company that values innovation, hard work, and continuous improvement. We foster a culture where communication and teamwork are paramount, and we aim to make a significant impact in the field of electrical power.

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 8am to 4:30pm Monday – Thursday and 8am to 1:00pm on Friday, with a half‑hour lunch.