Electrical System Modelling And Simulation Engineer

Proactive Global; Derby; Hybrid; GBP 81,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global is recruiting an Electrical Systems Modelling Engineer to join a defence technology-focused team in Derby/Bristol. You will develop electrical system models, simulate system design decisions, and validate performance through analysis, contributing to hardware and software verification in an R&D environment.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement (3 days in office, 2 days at home) and 37.5 hours per week, with a 12-month duration and extension potential.

Qualifications

• Experience modelling electrical power generation, distribution or control systems.
• Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar.
• Strong experience using MATLAB, Simulink and Simscape.
• Ability to interpret simulation results effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system models and simulations to support system design and architecture decisions.
• Analyse electrical networks, power quality, voltage stability, protection systems and fault behaviour.
• Support electrical system integration activities through modelling and analysis.
• Validate system performance and support hardware and software verification activities.
• Develop modelling methods, simulation approaches and engineering best practice.
• Produce technical reports and communicate findings to engineering and programme stakeholders.

Skills

Electrical power systems

Power quality analysis

System modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Simscape

Job description

Role: Electrical Systems Modelling and Simulation Engineer

Location: Derby or Bristol - 3 days in office / 2 days work from home

Rate: Umbrella: £98 per hour / PAYE: £82.70 per hour

Duration: 12 months with the likelihood of extending

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

Proactive currently have an excellent opportunity for an Electrical Systems Modelling Engineer to work on cutting-edge defence technology, helping to model, simulate and validate the electrical systems that will power future airborne platforms. Working within a team of simulation experts, the Electrical System Modelling & Simulation Engineer will support the design, integration and validation of complex electrical systems through advanced modelling, simulation and analysis. This is a highly innovative R&D environment where the Electrical Systems Modelling Engineer will influence future technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system models and simulations to support system design and architecture decisions.
• Analyse electrical networks, power quality, voltage stability, protection systems and fault behaviour.
• Support electrical system integration activities through modelling and analysis.
• Validate system performance and support hardware and software verification activities.
• Develop modelling methods, simulation approaches and engineering best practice.
• Produce technical reports and communicate findings to engineering and programme stakeholders.

Required Experience

• Experience in a similar role modelling electrical power generation, distribution or control systems.
• Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar.
• Strong experience using MATLAB, Simulink and Simscape.
• Ability to make sound engineering assumptions and interpret simulation results effectively.
• Must be Eligible for SC Clearance.A solid understanding of:
  • Electrical power systems and networks
  • Power quality and stability
  • Fault analysis and protection systems
  • Power electronics and control systems

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.