Senior Power Systems Engineer in Birmingham, West Midlands (County)

Energy Jobline CVL; Park Central; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Jobline CVL is seeking a seasoned Power Systems Engineer to lead the design and delivery of complex power systems for high-profile data centre and critical infrastructure projects in Manchester. You will mentor engineers, shape technical direction, and engage directly with clients while supporting bids and proposals.

The role offers a visible leadership position within a growing consultancy, with a flexible hybrid working environment across the UK, Europe and globally, and opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• CEng or working towards chartership.
• Significant experience in power systems design, analysis and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of power system studies and network design.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams and client relationships.
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or similar software.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of complex power systems and substation projects.
• Undertake and review load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc-flash and transient studies.
• Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary teams.
• Engage with clients and support proposals, bids and business development.
• Review designs and manage risks across technical, programme, budget and quality.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to technical excellence.
• Help shape engineering standards and the future direction of the Power Systems team.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Power systems design

Client management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

CEng / chartership in progress

Tools

ETAP

SKM

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Ready to shape the power infrastructure behind the next of critical facilities?

If you’re an experienced Power Systems Engineer looking for a role where your technical expertise, leadership and ideas can make a real impact, this could be your next opportunity.

We’re expanding our Manchester team and are looking for a Power Systems professional to take a leading role in delivering some of the UK’s most technically challenging and high-profile data centre, mission‑critical, utilities and complex power infrastructure projects.

This isn’t simply a design role. You’ll have the opportunity to lead technically, influence clients, mentor engineers and shape projects from concept through delivery — while helping build and grow a high-performing Power Systems capability.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the design and delivery of complex power systems and substation projects
• Undertake and review load flow, short‑circuit, protection coordination, arc‑flash and transient studies
• Provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary engineering teams
• Engage directly with clients and support proposals, bids and business development
• Review designs and manage technical, programme, budget and quality risks
• Mentor and develop engineers and contribute to technical excellence
• Help shape engineering standards, innovation and the future direction of the Power Systems team

What we’re looking for

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• CEng or actively working towards chartership
• Significant experience in power systems design, analysis and delivery across data centres, utilities, renewables or critical infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of power system studies and electrical network design
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing client relationships
• Experience with ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or similar software

Why consider the opportunity?

• Work on high-profile, technically challenging projects
• Take a visible technical leadership role within a growing consultancy
• Access strong career progression and leadership opportunities
• Benefit from technical training and professional development programmes
• Collaborate with talented teams across the UK, Europe and globally
• Enjoy a flexible hybrid working environment

If you’re ready to take your Power Systems career to the next level and work on infrastructure that truly matters, we’d love to hear from you