Senior Electrical Engineer - Remote Grid Infrastructure Lead

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office allowance

Health insurance

Development stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead power distribution and grid infrastructure initiatives in a fully remote role. You will guide design, perform advanced power system studies, and mentor junior engineers from a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in electrical power distribution and deep expertise with PSS/E, ETAP, and CYME, plus strong leadership and remote collaboration skills. This opportunity enables global impact without a fixed office location.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems.
• 10+ years in electrical power distribution engineering.
• Experience with power system analysis software (PSS/E, ETAP, CYME).
• Strong knowledge of substation design and protection relays.
• Proven leadership and project management experience.
• Excellent remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and optimization of medium and high-voltage power distribution systems.
• Develop engineering standards, specifications, and best practices for distribution network planning and operations.
• Conduct complex power system studies, including load forecasting, stability analysis, and protection coordination for grid expansion and upgrades.
• Provide technical oversight and guidance to engineering teams, ensuring the quality and integrity of designs.
• Manage and mentor junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and project contributions.
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, stakeholders, and field teams in a remote setting to ensure successful project execution.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Substation design

Grid protection

Leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

CYME

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead power distribution and grid infrastructure initiatives in a fully remote role. You will guide design, perform advanced power system studies, and mentor junior engineers from a virtual environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in electrical power distribution and deep expertise with PSS/E, ETAP, and CYME, plus strong leadership and remote collaboration skills. This opportunity enables global impact without a fixed office location.