Senior Engineer (Operations)

MCS Group Consultancy; Belfast; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Belfast is seeking a Senior Engineer for a fixed-term opportunity in operations. The role involves planning and analyzing power system operations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and at least 4 years of relevant experience. This is a unique chance to contribute to the energy sector's future in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Excellent package & Benefits

Qualifications

• 4+ years' post-qualification experience in power system operations.
• Proven ability to deliver and influence effectively within a team.
• Comfortable working with large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Play a key role in planning and analysis across power system operations.
• Manage grid and network code compliance.
• Develop technical policies and perform audits.

Skills

Power system operations

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Senior Engineer - Fixed Term Opportunities (Operations) based in Belfast
Contract: 30-month fixed term (to 2028)

MCS Group is recruiting a number of fixed term opportunities within our clients System Operations team, central to keeping the power system secure and the electricity market running smoothly.

As a Senior Engineer, you'll play a key role in planning, analysis, and delivery across areas such as:

• Power system operations and analysis
• Grid and Network Code management
• Control Centre readiness and compliance
• Technical policy development and audits
• Market analysis, data validation, and tariff modelling

You will work on critical projects shaping the future of the electricity system while collaborating with internal teams, customers, and industry stakeholders.

About you:

• Degree in Engineering (or equivalent) with 4+ years' post-qualification experience in power system operations
• Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder skills
• Proven ability to deliver, influence, and work effectively in a team
• Analytical mindset, comfortable working with large datasets
• Innovative, adaptable and detail-oriented

This is a chance to contribute to the future of energy in a dynamic and supportive environment.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Kirsty Dillon Specialist Consultant at MCS Group

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Skills

• Senior Operations Engineer
• Power Systems Engineer
• Engineer
• Electrical
• Belfast

Benefits

• Excellent package & Benefits