Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Christchurch; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer to join their innovative Electrical Verification Team. This role involves conducting critical analyses of electrical power systems, managing load budgets, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. You'll have the opportunity to mentor others and contribute to the development of state-of-the-art electrical platforms. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, this company offers a supportive environment where you can thrive and make a real difference in the industry. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to take on new challenges, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2work

Employee Discounts

Potential Annual Incentive

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical engineering.
• Experience in conducting electrical load budget and load flow analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis of electrical power systems.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and presentations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Load Flow Analysis

Power System Analysis

Chartered Engineer

High Power Systems

Medium Voltage Systems

Team Collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

ETAP

Simulink/Simscape

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title: Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Filton, Brough, Portsmouth, Weymouth, Frimley or Manchester – We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

What you’ll be doing:

1. Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis of electrical power systems.
2. Manage and analyze the electrical load budget.
3. Develop and validate electrical models.
4. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, suppliers, and stakeholders on power system matters.
5. Prepare technical reports, calculations, and presentations to communicate results and recommendations.
6. Develop and mentor other team members.

Your skills and experiences:

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. Understanding of power system analysis software tools (e.g., ETAP, Simulink/Simscape, MATLAB).

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance, and a Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work, employee discounts, and potential eligibility for an annual incentive.

The Electrical Verification Team:

As part of the Electrical Verification Team, you will verify and validate the power system, conduct analysis, and perform calculations to support the maturity and design of the electrical platform. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those currently underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We aim to make our recruitment processes as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in assessments, please discuss potential reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions, which may limit eligibility based on nationality, place of birth, or previous nationalities. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with some roles requiring higher levels of security vetting.

Closing Date:

17th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Please submit your application early if interested.