Lead Power Systems Engineer

Elliot Marsh; Greater London; Remote; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Lead Power Systems Engineer to join their remote-first team. You will be responsible for leading the design and development of electrical systems, ensuring compliance with UK standards, and acting as a technical interface for clients. The ideal candidate should possess a BEng or MEng in Electrical Engineering and have strong experience in power system analysis. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Performance-based bonus structure

Private medical insurance

Generous annual leave allowance

Flexible working model

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Working towards or already a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• Strong experience in design consultancy or engineering design environment.
• Proficient in power system analysis software.
• Deep understanding of HV/LV systems and UK regulations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and develop electrical systems for facilities.
• Act as primary technical interface translating operational needs.
• Produce technical reports, specifications, tender documents.
• Ensure compliance with UK safety standards and regulations.
• Provide engineering deliverables on time and within budget.

Skills

Design & Analysis Leadership

Technical Consulting

Project Management Support

Compliance Expertise

Strong communication skills

Education

BEng or MEng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

Our client is looking for a Lead Power Systems Engineer to join the team.

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Location: United Kingdom, Remote with site/client travel

Salary: £85,000 - £100k+, depending on experience and level of qualification, comprehensive benefits package

About Our Client

We are a leading multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy, providing critical design, analysis, and project support to major gas utilities and energy clients nationwide. We are seeking a talented Power Systems Engineer to join our specialist team.

This role is ideal for an ambitious engineer who thrives on technical challenges and wants exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-impact energy infrastructure projects without geographical constraints.

Lead Power Systems Engineer - The Role

You will act as a technical expert and project lead, delivering detailed design packages and specialist power system studies for a variety of clients across the UK. This is a remote-first role, collaborating closely with client engineering managers through virtual communication channels and occasional site visits.

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Analysis Leadership: Lead the design and development of electrical systems for new and existing facilities, performing power system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, transient stability, harmonics) to ensure safety and compliance.
• Technical Consulting: Act as the primary technical interface for clients, translating operational needs into robust electrical engineering designs and solutions.
• Specification & Documentation: Produce high-quality technical reports, specifications, tender documents, and design justifications for major infrastructure upgrades.
• Compliance Expert: Ensure all design outputs comply rigorously with UK safety standards, UK Grid Codes, British Standards (BS), and DNO requirements.
• Project Management Support: Provide engineering deliverables on time and within budget, supporting project managers during the FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) and detailed design phases.

You

• You hold a BEng or MEng in Electrical Engineering or a related field, ideally working towards or already a Chartered Engineer (CEng).
• You possess strong, demonstrable experience in a design consultancy or a similar engineering design environment within the energy sector.
• You are highly proficient in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD).
• You have a deep technical understanding of HV/LV systems, protection philosophies, and UK utility regulations.
• You are a meticulous problem-solver with excellent communication skills, capable of managing client expectations and presenting complex technical findings clearly.

Benefits

• Company pension scheme
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Private medical insurance
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Fully remote and flexible working model
• Opportunities for professional development and chartership support

Apply Now

If you are ready to apply your technical expertise to a diverse range of energy projects and grow your career within a dynamic consultancy environment, click 'Apply' now.