Senior Lead Engineer - Economic Analysis

VanRath; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Senior Lead Engineer - Economic Analysis
Belfast / Hybrid

VANRATH are proud to be partnering with a key organisation in the energy sector, currently leading transformational change across Northern Ireland's electricity system. As they support the transition to a low-carbon energy future, we are recruiting for a Senior Lead Engineer - Economic Analysis to join their Future Power Systems team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the long-term planning of energy infrastructure and support critical national and European projects aimed at achieving net-zero emissions.

The Role:

You will play a key part in developing long-term energy system scenarios, running complex modelling studies, and providing technical and economic insights to help shape future policy and infrastructure investment. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for sustainable energy systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of technical modelling projects related to scenario planning and electricity system design.
• Collaborate with teams to develop robust energy models aligned with national and European policy.
• Analyse the economic impact of new technologies, including interconnection, long-duration storage and renewables.
• Provide strategic insight to internal and external stakeholders based on advanced modelling outputs.
• Guide and mentor junior team members and manage external consultants as needed.
• Represent the organisation at national and European working groups and forums.

Ideal Candidate:

• A degree in Engineering, Economics, Maths or related discipline with 5+ years industry experience.
• Proven knowledge of energy systems, power markets, and techno-economic modelling.
• Advanced use of Excel, Python, or similar coding tools.
• Experience with scenario planning tools and energy modelling software (e.g., Plexos desirable).
• Excellent communication skills, able to present technical findings to non-technical audiences.

What You'll Get:

• Flexible hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home).
• Free on-site parking with EV charging.
• The chance to directly contribute to building a sustainable, secure energy future.

VANRATH are acting as recruitment partners on this high-impact hire. Interviews are expected to take place shortly, so early applications are encouraged.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please reach out to Jennifer Curran, Senior Recruiter at VANRATH: