Power Systems Engineer: Grid Studies & Renewables Expert

AltGen United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AltGen United Kingdom is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to support technically challenging projects across the UK electricity network, including renewable generation, battery storage, network infrastructure and emerging electricity demand.

This mid-level role offers ownership of power-system studies, grid connections, client engagement and project delivery across feasibility to energisation, working with developers, network operators, OEMs and EPC contractors.

Qualifications

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• Approximately 5 years’ relevant experience in power systems, grid connections, network planning or electrical-system studies.
• Practical experience undertaking studies for transmission, distribution, generation, storage or major-demand projects.
• Good knowledge of the GB electricity network, Grid Code, Distribution Code and G99.
• Strong capability in at least one major study platform, ideally PowerFactory, PSS%E or PSCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate transmission and distribution network models using DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS%E, PSCAD, ETAP or IPSA.
• Undertake load-flow, fault-level, voltage, reactive-power, contingency and stability studies.
• Conduct harmonic, power-quality and voltage-fluctuation assessments.
• Model renewable generation, BESS, transformers, cables, overhead lines and reactive compensation.
• Support UK grid connection applications and technical engagement with NESO, Transmission Owners, DNOs and IDNOs.
• Undertake studies supporting GB Grid Code, Distribution Code, G99, G5/5, P28 and ENA requirements.
• Interpret connection offers and identify technical risks, obligations and network constraints.
• Take ownership of defined study packages and produce clear technical reports and recommendations.
• Present findings to clients and technical stakeholders and coordinate inputs from OEMs, EPCs and network operators.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Grid connections

PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

ETAP

IPSA

Job description

AltGen United Kingdom is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to support technically challenging projects across the UK electricity network, including renewable generation, battery storage, network infrastructure and emerging electricity demand.

This mid-level role offers ownership of power-system studies, grid connections, client engagement and project delivery across feasibility to energisation, working with developers, network operators, OEMs and EPC contractors.