Power System Engineer

UTM Consultants Ltd; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in power engineering is seeking a Power System Engineer to support offshore projects in the UK. The successful candidate will create and validate EMT models, plan Grid Code compliance studies, and ensure documentation standards are met. Essential qualifications include a degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering and at least 5 years of experience with PSCAD and DIgSILENT PowerFactory. This role offers fully remote engagement and provides necessary resources including a laptop and software licenses.

Benefits

Laptop and software licenses provided

Fully remote role

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience with PSCAD for EMT studies.
• Strong communication skills to produce clear reports.
• Ability to work independently with established methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Create and validate EMT and RMS models for relevant assets.
• Plan and execute design and Grid Code compliance studies.
• Draft clear technical documentation for compliance review.

Skills

Experience with PSCAD for EMT studies

Scripting/automation skills

Strong communication skills

Experience with vendor models

Understanding of data confidentiality practices

Education

Degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (BEng/MSc/PhD)

Tools

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Overview

UTM Consultants are looking for a Power System Engineer, to assist our client with their project offshore, UK. The consultant will support projects at various phases by conducting studies. Scope includes:

Responsibilities

• Create and validate EMT and RMS models for relevant assets (e.g., WTG, PPC, STATCOM, as applicable).
• Plan and execute design and Grid Code compliance studies, small disturbances and fault scenarios.
• Draft clear, audit-ready technical documentation for internal review and external compliance; contribute to grid-connection workstreams.
• Interface with OEMs on model provisioning, validation, and parameterization.
• Summarize findings, recommend mitigations, and ensure quality in line with company standards across multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (BEng/MSc/PhD) or equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ hands-on experience with PSCAD for EMT studies, including applicable add-ons and analysis modules, plus required experience with DIgSILENT PowerFactory covering steady-state and RMS analyses.
• Experience working with vendor models and parameterization for compliance.
• Scripting/automation skills for workflows and post-processing.
• Experience coordinating with OEMs for model delivery, validation, and updates.
• Strong data confidentiality practices.
• Strong communication skills; able to produce clear reports and stakeholder materials.
• Ability to work independently while following the clients established methodologies, documentation standards, and QA processes.

Nice to Have (Optional)

• Experience with National Grid ESO EMT guidelines and evidence requirements.
• Experience with grid forming controls or advanced STATCOM functionalities.

Resources Provided

• The client will supply a laptop and all necessary software licenses and access.

Engagement Terms

• No additional certifications required.
• No travel required; the role is fully remote.