Senior Power Systems Engineer

Enspec Power Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Power Systems Engineer, where your expertise in dynamic analysis and UK Grid Code compliance will shine. This role offers the chance to work on exciting projects, conducting studies that ensure compliance and enhance power system performance. With a focus on innovation and teamwork, you will lead technical initiatives, build client relationships, and contribute to the growth of a dynamic organization. The company values ambition and diligence, offering flexible working hours, career growth opportunities, and a supportive environment. If you're ready to make an impact in the power systems industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Opportunities for career growth

Training and development opportunities

24 days of holidays plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience with UK Grid Code Compliance Studies.
• Proficient in power system software packages like DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD.

Responsibilities

• Conduct dynamic studies and ensure compliance with UK Grid Code.
• Deliver consulting work related to power systems analysis.

Skills

UK Grid Code Compliance

Dynamic Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Project Delivery

Teamwork

Consulting Experience

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSCAD

PSS/E

ETAP

IPSA

CDEGs

Job description

This range is provided by Enspec Power Ltd. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Due to company growth plans and an increasing pipeline of leads, Enspec is looking for an organised and experienced Power Systems Engineer to join our team. This role will emphasise dynamic analysis and UK Grid Code compliance, requiring expertise in DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD.

The Role

• Dynamic Studies: Conduct frequency and voltage stability analysis within the G99 standard.
• Steady State Studies: such as load flow, fault level and reactive compensation.
• UK Grid Code Compliance: Ensure compliance with UK Grid Code through comprehensive studies.
• Power Systems Analysis: Perform steady-state studies such as load flow, fault level, and reactive compensation.
• Harmonic Analysis: Conduct Harmonic G5/5 analysis, power quality assessments, and filter design.
• P28 Studies: Assessing voltage fluctuations and flicker severity.
• Simulation Studies: Execute transient over-voltage and insulation coordination simulations, including switching and lightning events.
• Control Interaction: Perform studies on control system interactions within power networks.
• Protection Coordination: Ensure proper protection coordination and perform Arc Flash studies.
• Grid Connection Support: Provide technical support for grid connection to onshore and offshore developers.
• Solution Design: Design and program components, especially harmonic filters and reactive compensation solutions.

A Typical Week Would Include:

• Delivering consulting work related to dynamic analysis and UK Grid Code compliance.
• Providing technical and project management leadership to support the project team.
• Ensuring the technical quality of power systems projects, reports, and proposals.
• Building and maintaining key client relationships to effectively position power systems services and secure future business.
• Leading the development and delivery of project proposals and identifying areas where services and skills can be integrated through multi-disciplinary working.
• Leading on excellence in power systems software packages (e.g., DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD, PSS/E, ETAP, IPSA, CDEGs).

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree: Electrical Engineering degree or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years' experience with UK Grid Code Compliance Studies.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with power system software packages including DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD. Familiarity with PSS/E, ETAP, IPSA, and CDEGs is beneficial.
• Consulting: Experience in power systems consulting and a network of industry contacts and clients.
• Motivation: Proactive and highly motivated to meet customer requirements.
• Project Delivery: Proven track record in project delivery with a focus on quality.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork: Strong team working culture.
• Problem Solving: Analytical problem solver.

Preferences

• International Knowledge: Understanding of power quality in international markets (USA, Australia, Africa) is a benefit.
• Sustainability: Interest in power quality related to sustainability and net-zero initiatives (e.g., Hydrogen production, BESS).

Our Core Values

At Enspec, we live by our core values of; Impact, Innovation, Hard Work, Communication, Teamwork, and Continuous Improvement. We believe these values drive our success and help us deliver exceptional service to our clients. We value good people, ambition, and diligence, offering a range of flexible employee benefits and career development opportunities.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Flexible working hours and a supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a dynamic and growing company.
• Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• 24 days of holidays plus bank holidays.

If you're an ambitious Power Systems Engineer looking to further your career with a successful business, we would love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Electric Power Generation, Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing