Power System Application Engineer - DTS | £70K | 2 Days/Week | Permanent

Nicoll Curtin Technology; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global tech consultancy is seeking a Power System Application Engineer to work on critical applications related to power systems. The role is hybrid, requiring 2 days in the office, and focuses on seamless integration across platforms. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in power system applications, programming, and troubleshooting. A salary of £70,000 is offered.

Qualifications

• Strong background in power system applications such as Load Frequency Control and Economic Dispatch.
• Hands-on experience with major EMS platforms.
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows environments.

Responsibilities

• Work on critical power system applications ensuring seamless integration.
• Debug logs and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Apply fixes to live customer systems.

Skills

Power system applications

GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21)

Linux

Windows

Communication protocols

Relational databases

C

C++

PERL

SQL

Shell Scripting

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

AEMS/GDC

Job description

Role: Power System Application Engineer - DTS

Location: UK (Flexible - work from the nearest office to your base, e.g. if you're based in Slough, you'll travel to the London office)

Salary: £70,000

Work Model: Hybrid - 2 days per week in the office

Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are working with a global tech consultancy that partners with major utility providers across the UK. They are looking for an experienced Power System Application Engineer to join their team, working on critical power system applications and ensuring seamless integration and performance across multiple platforms.

Key Responsibilities & Skills

• Strong background in power system applications (Generation) such as AGC, Load Frequency Control, Load Forecasting, Economic Dispatch, Power Flow, State Estimator, Contingency Analysis, and Operator Training Simulator (OTS).
• Hands-on experience with GE PowerOn Reliance (XA21) and/or AEMS/GDC platform software, or equivalent EMS platforms (Siemens, OSI, ABB, Schneider).
• Proficiency in Linux and Windows environments.
• Solid understanding of communication protocols: IEC #removed#/104, DNP3, Modbus, ICCP, OPC.
• Experience with relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server).
• Programming and Scripting skills (C, C++, PERL, SQL, Shell Scripting).
• Ability to read logs, debug files, and troubleshoot issues effectively.
• Experience applying fixes to live customer systems.

If you have strong problem-solving skills and a passion for power systems, we'd love to hear from you.