Senior Power Systems Engineer - Dublin or Cork

RED Engineering Design; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Contributory pension scheme

Healthcare Scheme

Non-contractual bonus awards

Training sponsorship

Job summary

RED is expanding as an international M&E consultancy and seeks a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join our Dublin office. You will design and optimize power distribution networks for data centres, run computer simulations, and support design teams to ensure reliability and efficiency.

Candidates should have experience with ETAP (preferred) and DigSilent or SKM; familiarity with MV/LV systems, protection coordination, arc flash, harmonic studies, and transient stability is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Engineering required.
• Experience in power systems design for data centres is advantageous.
• Proficiency with ETAP, DigSilent or SKM is preferred.
• Working towards Chartered Eng status is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct load flow and short circuit analyses for data centre power distribution.
• Coordinate protection systems and perform arc flash studies.
• Size MV/LV cables and protect transformers, generators, motors, feeders to project specs.
• Collaborate with design teams and respond to RFIs with clear requirements.
• Prepare technical specifications for electrical equipment and document results.
• Maintain and update simulation documentation and methodology improvements.

Skills

ETAP

DigSilent

SKM

Load Flow analysis

Short Circuit Analysis

Protection Coordination

Arc Flash

Harmonic Studies

Transient Stability Studies

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Engineering

Tools

ETAP

DigSilent

SKM

Job description

• Transient Studies:

RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients.

Through our market leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment whilst also helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero carbon-built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, with our broad capability offering saving our clients time, money, and effort. Our approach is centred around listening to our clients and interacting energetically with our fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude.

We now seek a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join our Dublin office.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Power Engineer at RED Engineering, you will play a crucial role in the design and optimization of power systems within the data centre industry. Your primary responsibilities will include running computer simulations, supporting design teams, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of power distribution systems. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in ETAP, although experience with DigSilent or SKM will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Simulation Expertise:
• Conduct load flow analysis to ensure optimal power distribution within data centre facilities.
• Perform short circuit analysis to assess the integrity of the power system under fault conditions.
• Coordinate protection systems to enhance the reliability and safety of the power distribution network.
• Execute arc flash studies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Conduct MV and LV cable sizing study with relevant IEC standard.
• Underground raceway system and cable’s temperature calculation.
• Unit protection settings for transformers, generators, motors, feeders, and transmission/distribution systems in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Conduct harmonic studies to minimize power quality issues and optimize system performance.
• Collaborative Design Support:
• Collaborate closely with the design teams to understand project requirements
• Review and respond to RFIs and technical queries.
• Liaise with the client, actively participate in meetings, and effectively communicate requirements and feedback to the internal design team.
• Transient Studies:
• Transformer Inrush current calculation.
• Experience in Transient Stability studies would be an advantage, contributing to the resilience of the power systems under dynamic conditions.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Validate input data to ensure accuracy and reliability in simulation results.
• Prepare comprehensive reports detailing simulation results, recommendations, and design considerations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to power system simulations and design support activities.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical specifications for electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, cables, protection relays, UPS systems, generators, and associated ancillary equipment.
• Continuous Professional Development:
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of simulation methodologies and tools within the power systems team.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Engineering.
• Proven experience in power systems engineering, preferably within the data centre industry
• Working towards Chartered Eng status
• Proficiency in simulation software, particularly ETAP (preferred), DigSilent, or SKM.
• Experience with Load Flow, Short Circuit Analysis, Protection Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonic Studies, and Underground / Aboveground Cable Sizing.
• Experience in performing Transient Stability Studies is desirable.
• Experience in performing Earthing Studies is desirable.
• Experience in performing different type of unit protection settings are desirable.
• Demonstrate a deep understanding of the models of main electrical machines, including but not limited to generators, transformers, motors and UPS.
• Experience in both LV and MV systems, ideally HV up to 132 kV.
• Strong knowledge of power systems control and SCADA systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
• Background in consulting or construction preferred.
• Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
• Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service
• Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
• Hybrid Working
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Healthcare Scheme (Company funded cover is dependant on level)
• Non-contractual bonus awards
• Training sponsorship
• Charity volunteering leave
• Wellness days/ initiatives.
• Salary commensurate with experience.
• Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.
• This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in Ireland without restrictions.

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