Principal Consultant - Power Systems Studies

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Manchester is seeking a Senior Technical Leader in Power Systems to deliver complex consultancy projects. The role involves mentoring junior engineers and interacting with clients and stakeholders. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience and hold a degree in Electrical Engineering. The company offers a hybrid working model, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Healthcare cover

6% employer-matched pension contributions

Paid parental leave

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• 10+ years' relevant professional experience.
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) desirable.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver complex consultancy projects in power systems.
• Guide junior engineers and ensure technical excellence.
• Interact with clients, grid operators, and developers.

Skills

Load Flow, Reactive Power, Short-Circuit, Power Quality & Stability Studies

Protection coordination and Arc Flash analysis

Techno-economic assessments and grid compliance studies

Scripting/automation of power analysis tools

Experience with software such as PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSSE, ETAP, Python, MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's, MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

PowerFactory

PSCAD

PSSE

ETAP

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Why Work at RINA

• Hybrid Working Model: We offer flexible, hybrid working to support work-life balance and collaboration.
• Professional Growth: You'll have access to technical training, professional development pathways, and the opportunity to work on international projects.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster a supportive, diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone is empowered to thrive.
• Innovation-Focused: Be part of a forward-thinking team driving the energy transition and solving real-world engineering challenges.

Responsibilities

• As a senior technical leader in our Power Systems Team, you will play a key role in delivering complex consultancy projects, guiding junior engineers, supporting business development, and ensuring technical excellence in power systems studies.
• Lead and deliver power systems study projects (steady-state, RMS, and EMT-based)
• Support and prepare technical and commercial proposals
• Apply study results to system design and equipment specifications
• Interact with clients, grid operators, developers, EPCs, and OEMs
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to internal knowledge growth

Technical Expertise – You Bring At Least 5 of the Following

• Load Flow, Reactive Power, Short-Circuit, Power Quality & Stability Studies
• Protection coordination and Arc Flash analysis
• Insulation coordination (EMT), TRV, Ferro-resonance analysis
• Techno-economic assessments and grid compliance studies
• HVDC systems and sub-synchronous interaction studies
• Scripting/automation of power analysis tools
• Experience with software such as PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSSE, ETAP, Python, MATLAB

Desirable Skills

• Grid connection application expertise (transmission/distribution)
• Substation design and equipment specification
• Renewable integration and corresponding grid codes
• Model development in PSCAD, PowerFactory, or similar
• Technical due diligence for power projects

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's, MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 10+ years' relevant professional experience
• Chartered Engineer status (CEng) desirable
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Experience with UK Grid/Distribution Codes and stakeholders (e.g., NGESO, DNOs, developers)

What You'll Get in Return

• Generous Leave: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
• Health & Wellbeing: Healthcare cover (with family options) + life assurance.
• Pension: 6% employer-matched pension contributions.
• Family Support: Paid parental leave + additional unpaid leave for reservists.
• Work-Life Balance: Cycle-to-work scheme + retail and lifestyle discounts.