Senior Power Systems Engineer — Smart Grids & Data Tools

Vallum Associates; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vallum Associates seeks a Power Systems Engineer to help build smarter electricity networks using power systems engineering, Python programming, data analytics, and product development to create digital solutions for improved network operations and renewable energy integration.

You will develop innovative tools, perform system studies, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver digital products that support the future of energy networks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Power Systems Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• Master's degree (preferred) or PhD in a quantitative field.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of digital tools and technical products for smart grid and flexible network solutions.
• Create processes, documentation, and training materials to support successful implementation.
• Manage technical projects from planning through deployment.
• Perform power system studies, including thermal, voltage, and fault level analysis.
• Identify network constraints and recommend technical solutions.
• Develop engineering standards, technical guidance, and analytical methods to support active distribution networks and renewable energy integration.
• Design and develop Python-based applications, automation tools, and data pipelines.
• Use GitHub for version control, collaboration, and code management.
• Build dashboards, APIs, and reporting tools to support business and operational needs.
• Analyse technical and operational data to support engineering decisions.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Python programming

Data analysis

Stakeholder collaboration

Project management

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Power Systems Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or working towards

PhD in related quantitative discipline

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

GitHub

Job description

Vallum Associates seeks a Power Systems Engineer to help build smarter electricity networks using power systems engineering, Python programming, data analytics, and product development to create digital solutions for improved network operations and renewable energy integration.

You will develop innovative tools, perform system studies, and work with cross-functional teams to deliver digital products that support the future of energy networks.