Senior Power Systems/Electrical Analysis Engineer

MCS Group; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Electrical/Power Systems Engineer in Belfast. This hybrid role involves managing metering operations, analyzing grid behavior, and stakeholder engagement. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience, strong analytical and coding skills, and experience in power systems. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the transformation of Northern Ireland's energy landscape.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in electrical or power systems.
• Ability to extract and manipulate data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support metering systems and fault resolution.
• Lead compliance for system protection.
• Investigate power system faults and report findings.
• Analyze transient system behavior and support operations.
• Develop tools and reports for data analysis.
• Support continuous process improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Problem-solving skills

Coding skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Stakeholder knowledge

Advanced Excel skills

General IT skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience

Tools

PI Vision

Job description

MCS Group is delighted to partner with our client in the search for a Senior Electrical/Power systems Engineer for the role of Metering, Protection & Power Systems Transient Analysis Senior Engineer. This role is based in Belfast and offers hybrid working. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of transforming Northern Ireland's energy landscape.

The Role
This specialist senior engineering role supports grid metering operations, protection policy compliance, and transient system analysis. You'll manage the operation and development of high speed recording systems (e.g. PMUs and disturbance recorders), analyse grid events and system behaviour (such as oscillations and harmonics), and lead fault investigations. The role involves stakeholder engagement, coding development, technical reporting, and supporting regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support metering systems, including fault resolution and installation.
• Lead compliance and policy for system protection.
• Investigate power system faults and events and report correctly.
• Analyse transient system behaviour and support control room operations.
• Develop tools, scripts, and reports for data analysis and stakeholder communication.
• Support team development and continuous process improvement.

What You'll Need

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant power systems experience (min. 3 years).
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to extract and manipulate data, with advanced coding skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Stakeholder and industry knowledge relevant to the role.
• Advanced Excel and strong general IT skills.
• Innovative and adaptable with a proven teamworking approach.

Desirable:

• Experience studying power system behaviours (e.g. harmonics, oscillations).
• Higher degree in a relevant field.
• Experience using PI Vision.

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 028 9693 5510

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