Power Systems Technical Advisor - Regulatory and Advisory (HV electrical)

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking a Power Systems Senior Technical Advisor to join their Power Networks team. This role involves delivering innovative energy projects, providing technical advice, and supervising engineering work. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, strong communication and leadership skills, and the right to work in the UK. The company promotes a collaborative culture and offers a flexible working environment for a sustainable energy future.

Benefits

Flexible 'Total Reward' package

Support for inclusivity and disability adjustments

Qualifications

• Experience summarizing analyses into concise reports.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Chartered Engineer through the IET (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver innovative projects across the energy sector.
• Provide clients with commercial, technical, and regulatory advice.
• Oversee work from Engineers and Graduate Engineers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulatory incentives in GB

Experience leading engineering projects

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Power Systems Senior Technical Advisor to join our Power Networks team within our Net Zero Energy Business. This position can be based in Glasgow or Birmingham, with a flexible mix of home-working and office collaboration. We also welcome part-time applicants and those interested in other locations such as Epsom or Leeds.

Join us in Building a carbon-free future.

The UK energy market is undergoing significant change as the country aims for a net zero carbon target. The sector is adapting to high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage, and increased demand from electrification of transport and heat. Networks play a crucial role in connecting renewable energy, with transmission network operators securing around £8bn in RIIO T2 funding.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, delivering impactful projects and contributing to Net Zero. We promote a collaborative environment where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

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Your purpose:

• Deliver innovative projects across the energy sector, either leading or contributing as a subject matter expert.
• Provide clients with commercial, technical, and regulatory advice based on your UK energy industry experience.
• Summarize analyses into concise reports and present findings to clients through meetings and workshops.
• Oversee work from Engineers and Graduate Engineers, reviewing their work and providing guidance.

What you can bring?

In addition to strong communication and leadership skills, key attributes include:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and regulatory incentives in GB.
• Experience leading engineering projects through asset lifecycles.
• Right to work in the UK.

Desirable qualifications:

• Chartered Engineer through the IET.
• Experience in regulatory and technical due diligence of transmission and distribution assets.
• Experience in business plan preparation or assessment for utilities or innovation projects.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are committed to achieving a Net Zero target by 2050, ensuring a sustainable energy mix. Our projects span nuclear, renewables, decarbonisation, and energy efficiency, creating safe and resilient systems.

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Meeting your needs:

Enjoy a flexible 'Total Reward' package tailored to your lifestyle and career stage. We support inclusivity and adjustments for disabilities—please discuss any needs ahead of your interview.

We are AtkinsRéalis, a global consultancy with over 100 years of expertise, delivering projects with positive, sustainable impacts.

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting process, including proof of UK residency for 5+ years. Do not mention current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion, supporting staff from all backgrounds with flexible policies and networks. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome.