Senior Power Systems Engineer - Hybrid/Remote

Jacobs; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to lead and deliver complex power system studies across generation, transmission, distribution, renewables and energy storage. The role involves working with UK and international clients to influence decarbonisation projects.

You will model networks, assess feasibility, set equipment specs, ensure Grid Code compliance, and lead study activities from proposal through reporting, while collaborating across global teams and projects.

Qualifications

• Degree in electrical engineering or higher
• Chartered membership preferred
• Experience in power system studies and renewable projects

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver power system studies across generation, transmission, distribution, renewables and storage
• Model networks, verify models and perform load flow, fault level and EMT analyses
• Determine equipment performance specifications and Grid Code compliance studies
• Conduct interconnection/impact studies for projects
• Lead study activities for proposals, simulations, results analysis and reporting
• Collaborate with UK and global teams on transmission, distribution, renewables, and industrial systems

Skills

Power system modelling

Team leadership

Grid integration

Education

Degree in electrical engineering

Masters or PhD in relevant field

Chartered professional membership

Tools

DIgSILENT

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

Jacobs is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to lead and deliver complex power system studies across generation, transmission, distribution, renewables and energy storage. The role involves working with UK and international clients to influence decarbonisation projects.

You will model networks, assess feasibility, set equipment specs, ensure Grid Code compliance, and lead study activities from proposal through reporting, while collaborating across global teams and projects.