Power System Planning Engineer

MCS Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Power System Planning Engineer to analyze and shape the transmission grid for a low-carbon future in Northern Ireland. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, with 2+ years of relevant experience and skills in power system studies. The role offers competitive benefits including a salary, performance bonus, and the opportunity to work hybrid.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Private healthcare

Pension

Flexible hours

Free parking with EV charge points

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant post-graduate experience.
• Experience or knowledge of power system studies.
• Desirable: NI power system knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Carry out power system studies/analysis.
• Develop and assess grid reinforcement options.
• Produce clear, high-quality technical reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

University degree in engineering or equivalent

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory

Python

Advanced Excel

Job description

MCS Group is proud to be partnering with a leading organisation that's powering Northern Ireland's transition to a low-carbon future to recruit a Power System Planning Engineer.

As a Power System Planning Engineer, you will join a team at the heart of the energy transition. You will play a key role in analysing and shaping how the transmission grid evolves to meet future demands, helping to decarbonise the energy system while ensuring a safe, secure, and reliable supply.

As a Power System Planning Engineer, you will:

• Carry out power system studies /analysis (load flow, voltage, short circuit, stability)
• Develop and assess reinforcement and connection options for the grid
• Customer connection assessments
• Use tools like PSS/E or PowerFactory for modelling and analysis
• Engage and build relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Produce clear, high-quality technical reports

The successful candidate will have:

• University degree in engineering or equivalent, with at least 2 years' relevant post-grad experience
• Ambition to develop experience in power systems studies for a net zero future
• Experience or knowledge of steady state load flow, voltage, and short circuit analysis
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure
• Excellent verbal and written communication, including the ability to convey technical content to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Desirable: Electrical Engineering degree, NI power system knowledge, and experience using Python or advanced Excel for data analysis

What's on offer: Competitive salary, performance bonus, private healthcare, pension, hybrid working, EV scheme, flexible hours, and free parking with EV charge points

This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in transforming Northern Ireland's electricity landscape. Be part of a high-impact mission to decarbonise the power system in Northern Ireland.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group 028 9693 5510

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