Power Systems Engineer - #2143377

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We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable engineering solutions across the UK and internationally.
The business operates across a diverse range of sectors including healthcare, education, residential, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical and public sector developments. With a dedicated Power Systems team and a strong focus on technical excellence, the company provides specialist support on complex electrical infrastructure and power distribution projects ranging from low voltage networks through to high voltage systems.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing technical team offering genuine career development, exposure to challenging projects and support from experienced industry professionals.Your new role
As a Power Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering specialist electrical power infrastructure designs and providing technical expertise on projects across multiple sectors.
Working as part of a dedicated power engineering team, your responsibilities will include:
Designing electrical distribution systems from LV through to HV networks
Producing power system studies including load flow, fault level, protection coordination and network analysis
Developing substation, cable network and electrical infrastructure designs
Carrying out site surveys and assessing the condition and suitability of existing installations
Producing technical reports, calculations, specifications and design documentation
Liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) regarding new connections, network upgrades and generation applications
Supporting renewable energy and embedded generation projects, including G99 applications
Attending client and design team meetings to present technical solutions
Inspecting installations on site and reviewing contractor works during project delivery and commissioning

You will be involved in a wide variety of technically challenging projects and will have the opportunity to further develop your expertise within specialist power systems engineering.

What you'll need to succeed
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline

• Experience working within a power systems, electrical engineering or consulting engineering environment
• Knowledge of electrical distribution networks, substations and power infrastructure projects
• Experience using software such as ETAP, IPSA+, ERACS, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, Trimble, Electrical OM or similar packages
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, with Revit experience beneficial but not essential
• Understanding of power system studies, including protection, grading and fault analysis
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams
• Desire to continue developing technical knowledge and progress professionally

What you'll get in return
Competitive salary and benefits package

• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced power systems engineers
• Flexible and agile working arrangements
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy and sell additional leave
• Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity benefits
• Exposure to a broad range of complex and technically challenging projects
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Team-building and social activities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

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