Senior / Principal Electrical Power System Engineer

Wood; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Power System Engineer to join their Reading office. The role involves running power system simulations, providing technical leadership, and ensuring high-quality engineering solutions for energy-related projects. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in power systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with grid connections/power systems at High Voltage, Medium Voltage, and Low Voltage.
• Extensive experience working in a multi-disciplinary Engineering office.
• Familiarity with industry standards related to Power System Simulation.

Responsibilities

• Run power system simulations and ensure accuracy of results.
• Provide technical input into major equipment sizing and engineering drawings.
• Deliver high-quality engineering solutions for assigned projects.

Skills

Communication

Technical Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

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Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior / Principal Electrical Power System Engineer (contract) to work in our Reading office. The role will be on a full-time basis working on various different energy related projects.

Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for a Senior / Principal Electrical Power System Engineer (contract) to work in our Reading office. The role will be on a full-time basis working on various different energy related projects.

The Role

As a Power Systems Engineer you will responsible for running power system simulations of complex systems taking ownership of power system model and studies. You shall be able to deliver high quality engineering solutions for the assigned project. Working within the Project Electrical team, you will use your strong technical and communication skills to support Power System design and configuration together with a team of Technical Authorities and support functions to deliver best-in class electrical assets.

Responsible for providing technical input into the major equipment sizing and production of Power Generation & Distribution Engineering drawings / documents (equipment lists, key line diagrams, load schedules, cable schedules) and checking against design specifications while meeting client’s and international standards

Advance experience using Power System modelling ETAP Software, running load flows, short - circuit, transient stability, static / dynamic motor starting, harmonic analysis, arc - flash, and protection coordination studies, and issuing the corresponding power system study reports

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Review / understand the project SoW and perform activities as per schedule
• Utilize ETAP for power system modelling
• Run simulations of complex electrical power systems on ETAP Software
• Ensure accuracy and reliability of simulation results
• Provide technical leadership and take ownership of ETAP based power system models and studies
• Maintain and update simulation models as required
• Deliver high-quality engineering solutions for assigned projects
• Ensure solutions meet project specifications and standards
• Conduct load flow analysis
• Perform short-circuit studies
• Execute transient stability analysis
• Carry out static and dynamic motor starting studies
• Conduct harmonic analysis
• Perform arc-flash studies
• Execute protection coordination studies
• Issue comprehensive power system study reports
• Ensure reports are clear, accurate, and meet project requirements
• Provide Protection Engineering solutions for assigned project
• Recognize and communicate opportunities on Electrical design process based on Power System studies outcome
• Identify Scope changes and report to Lead and concerned Project Engineer
• Identify any concerns during Electrical design process and report to Lead Electrical Engineer
• Ensure Power System Study deliverables are produced to meet the acceptable Quality Level
• Follow Project Schedule and control the Project Cost
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as contractors, suppliers, regulatory bodies, and industry experts, to ensure effective communication, alignment, and successful project outcomes for power system studies scope
• Performs work which involves conventional engineering practice but may include a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, and difficult co - ordination requirements
• Understand Company’s Business Management System (Comprising Business / Quality Procedures, Guidelines, Policies etc) and follow accordingly
• Understand and Follow Company’s and Client’s HSE policies
  
  

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

Expected

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with grid connections/ power systems at High Voltage, Medium Voltage and Low Voltage
• Familiarity with industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to Power System Simulation and Studies
• Extensive experience working in a multi - disciplinary Engineering office in a similar role is highly desirable
• Technical expertise in electricity transmission / distribution
• Good experience with O&G facilities design is mandatory
• Able to prioritise workload to ensure all deadlines are met
• Positive working attitude, able to demonstrate self - motivation and proactive approach
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
• Flexible approach to design solutions
• Decision making skills
  
  

Desirable

• Formal training of advanced ETAP Power System Modelling and Analysis would be an advantage
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.

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