Electrical System Modelling and Simulation Engineer

Proactive Technical Limited; East Midlands, West of England; Hybrid; GBP 113,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Technical Limited is seeking an Electrical Systems Modelling Engineer to model, simulate and validate the electrical systems powering future airborne platforms. Working within a team of simulation experts, you will support the design, integration and verification through advanced modelling and analysis in a cutting‑edge defence R&D environment.

Based in Derby or Bristol with 3 days in office and 2 days at home, this 12‑month contract offers a rate of £82.70–£98 per hour

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be Eligible for SC Clearance.

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.

Education

Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering or similar

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.

We act with honesty, integrity and impartiality, ensuring your application is considered on its own merits and without bias.