Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

Edinburgh City Football Club Limited.; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading global firm as a Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer, where you'll play a pivotal role in verifying and validating innovative electrical platforms. This exciting opportunity involves conducting critical analyses and collaborating with diverse teams to develop cutting-edge solutions. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to employee development, this role offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking projects in the defence and aerospace sectors. If you're passionate about power systems and eager to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Enhanced pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Shared Incentive Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life Assurance

Ill Health Income Protection

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct load flow and stability analysis of electrical power systems.
• Prepare technical reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Load Flow Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Power Systems Analysis Software

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer Status

Tools

ETAP

Simulink/Simscape

MATLAB

Job description

Job Title:

Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

Salary:

Up to £55,000 per annum, dependent on 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. This role can be based at any of the listed sites and offers hybrid and flexible working arrangements, which can be discussed based on individual circumstances.

The company is at the forefront of technology, creating over 100 new inventions annually for customers across more than 100 countries.

Role Overview:

As part of the Electrical Verification Team, you will be involved in verifying and validating power systems, conducting analysis, and performing calculations to support the development and design of electrical platforms.

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis of electrical power systems
• Manage and analyze electrical load budgets
• Develop and validate electrical models
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, suppliers, and stakeholders on power system matters
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and presentations to communicate results and recommendations
• Develop and mentor team members

Benefits:

• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 14% contribution)
• Flexible working patterns, including remote work and flexible hours
• Holiday entitlement: 25 days plus bank holidays; increases with service
• Shared Incentive Plan
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life Assurance (covering you and your spouse/partner) - 6x salary
• Ill Health Income Protection / Private Medical Insurance - 50% of salary

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards chartership
• Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions
• Experience with electrical load budgets and load flow analysis
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, Simulink/Simscape, MATLAB)
• Stakeholder management experience

Eligibility for SC clearance is required, which necessitates holding a British passport and having lived and worked in the UK for the past 5 years.

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