Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global defence and aerospace company as a Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer. This exciting role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge electrical platforms, conducting vital analyses and validations of power systems. You'll collaborate with multi-discipline teams, manage electrical load budgets, and mentor junior engineers. With the flexibility of hybrid working and a supportive environment, this position not only enhances your career but also provides a comprehensive benefits package, ensuring a balanced work-life experience. If you're passionate about electrical engineering and want to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Enhanced Pension scheme- up to 14% combined

Flexible working pattern

25 holiday days plus bank holidays

Shared Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance (6 x salary)

Ill Health Income Protection

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical engineering.
• Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems.

Responsibilities

• Conducting load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis of electrical systems.
• Developing and validating electrical models and preparing technical reports.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Power System Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Electrical Load Budget Analysis

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership

Tools

ETAP

Simulink/Simscape

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

Salary: up to £55,000 per annum dependent upon experience

Location: Barrow in Furness, Bristol, Brough, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley or Manchester

We currently have a vacancy to join one of the world’s leading, global defence, security and aerospace companies as a Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer. The role can be based at any of the following sites: Barrow in Furness, Bristol, Brough, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley or Manchester and offers the opportunity for hybrid working and flexible working hours. Individual circumstances can be discussed.

As part of the Electrical Verification Team, you will be involved in the verification and validation of the power system, conducting analysis, and performing calculations to support the maturity and design of the electrical platform.

Main Responsibilities:

1. Conducting load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis of an electrical power system
2. Management and analysis of the electrical load budget
3. Developing and validating electrical models
4. Collaborating with multi-discipline teams, suppliers and stakeholders on matters related to the power system
5. Preparing technical reports, calculations, and presentations communicating results and advising recommendations
6. Developing and mentoring other team members

Benefits:

1. Enhanced Pension scheme- up to 14% combined
2. Flexible working pattern including working from home/ flexible start and finish times
3. 25 holiday days plus bank holidays- 26 days after 5 years’ service/ 27 days after 10 years’ service
4. Shared Incentive Plan
5. Employee Assistance Programme
6. Cycle to Work Scheme
7. Life Assurance (you and your spouse/ partner)- 6 x salary
8. Ill Health Income Protection/ Private Medical Insurance- 50% of salary

About You:

1. Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical engineering
2. Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
3. Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions
4. Experience conducting electrical load budget and load flow analysis
5. An understanding in power system analysis software tools (e.g., ETAP, Simulink/Simscape, MATLAB)
6. Stakeholder management experience

You must be eligible to apply for SC clearance and, therefore, must hold a British passport and have lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years.