Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm as a Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer, where you will conduct critical analyses of electrical power systems and collaborate with multi-discipline teams. This role not only offers the chance to develop and validate electrical models but also to mentor others in a supportive environment. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, this is an opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic team focused on cutting-edge technology. Embrace a culture that values integrity and empowers you to reach your potential while enjoying a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Share Incentive Plan

Flexible Working

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle2work

Employee Discounts

Annual Incentive Eligibility

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conducting load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis.
• Preparing technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Load Flow Analysis

Power System Analysis

Chartered Engineer

Technical Report Preparation

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Simulink/Simscape

MATLAB

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Principal Power Systems Electrical Engineer, Farnborough

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Client:

BAE Systems

Location:

Farnborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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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:

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

Your skills and experiences:

• Degree qualified or equivalent experience in electrical engineering
• Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership
• Knowledge of high power and medium voltage power systems and distributions
• Experience conducting electrical load budget and load flow analysis
• An understanding in 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. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, an employee assistance programme, Cycle2work and employee discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Electrical Verification Team:

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. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals.

We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date:17th May 2025

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.