Senior Power Systems Consultant

Turner Lovell; Manchester; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy consultancy based in Manchester is seeking a Senior Power Systems Consultant. This hybrid role involves influencing major strategic projects and guiding clients through energy transitions. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in power systems consulting, with expertise in technical leadership and major simulation tools. This opportunity promises variety, technical challenges, and significant client interactions in shaping future energy systems.

Qualifications

• Strong background in power systems consulting with proven ability to deliver complex studies.
• Deep knowledge of steady-state, dynamic and transient analysis.
• Experience with utilities and large industrial networks.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.
• Lead preparation of technical proposals and scopes.
• Provide technical leadership on various power system consulting projects.

Skills

Power systems consulting

Technical leadership

Programming for modelling and automation

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering

Tools

PSSE

PowerFactory

PSCAD

MATLAB / Simulink

Job description

Senior Power Systems Consultant

Location : Manchester (Hybrid / Remote working available with occasional travel)

Salary : up to £80,000

Do you want to join a consultancy recognised for shaping the future of energy networks across the UK, Ireland and Europe?

Are you looking for a senior role where you can influence major strategic projects and guide customers through the energy transition?

Turner Lovell is supporting a global engineering and digital solutions provider as they expand their Power Systems Consulting division.

This team works at the centre of grid transformation, helping network operators, developers and industrial customers plan, operate and optimise resilient, efficient and low‑carbon power systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, helping shape future opportunities and strategic partnerships.
• Lead the preparation of proposals and technical scopes, ensuring clear delivery plans and accurate resource estimates.
• Provide technical leadership on a wide range of power system consulting projects.
• Carry out detailed system studies including dynamic / transient analysis, interconnection assessments and compliance evaluations.
• Work closely with customers to understand their operational and technical challenges and develop tailored solutions.
• Use industry‑standard simulation tools (e.g. PSSE, PowerFactory, PSCAD, Python‑based automation) to deliver high‑quality analysis.
• Ensure project outputs meet the highest standards of technical accuracy and clarity.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Strong background in power systems consulting with proven ability to deliver complex studies and provide expert advice.
• Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering (or similar).
• Deep knowledge of steady‑state, dynamic and transient analysis across transmission and distribution environments.
• Proficiency with major simulation tools such as PSSE, PowerFactory, PSCAD, MATLAB / Simulink or similar.
• Strong programming capability for modelling, automation and workflow optimisation.
• Experience with utilities, transmission operators, distribution companies, developers or large industrial networks.
• Solid understanding of UK / Ireland grid codes, planning standards and regulatory frameworks.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants variety, technical challenge, client interaction and the chance to take a leading role in defining the next generation of energy systems.

Please apply or contact Anusha Gopalan for a confidential discussion.