An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Power Systems Design Engineer to join a growing renewable energy business delivering commercial and utility-scale solar projects across the UK.
Key Responsibilities
- Design HV and LV electrical systems for renewable energy and power generation projects.
- Develop and review Single Line Diagrams (SLDs) and overall system architecture.
- Manage grid connection applications and technical submissions.
- Liaise with DNOs and other key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with G99, G100, ENA and UK Grid Code requirements.
- Undertake and coordinate power system studies including load flow, fault level, protection coordination and power quality assessments.
- Specify primary plant equipment including transformers, switchgear, protection relays, inverters and metering systems.
- Support protection design activities and relay philosophy development.
- Provide technical input during procurement, FAT/SAT testing, commissioning and energisation.
- Participate in design reviews, risk assessments and value engineering exercises.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and project requirements.
Requirements
- Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Experience in HV and LV electrical design.
- Background within renewable energy, power generation, solar PV, BESS, grid connections, DNOs, substations, or protection & control.
- Knowledge of G99, G100, and grid connection processes.
- Experience producing and reviewing Single Line Diagrams (SLDs).
- Understanding of power system studies including load flow and fault level analysis.
- Familiarity with power system modelling software such as ETAP, DIgSILENT, PSCAD or similar.
- Strong understanding of UK electrical standards and engineering best practice.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Hybrid working arrangements
- Private Healthcare
- Company Pension Scheme
- Life Assurance / Death in Service
- Income Protection
- Professional Membership Fees Paid
- Ongoing Training & Career Development
- Opportunity to work on major renewable energy projects supporting the UK's energy transition
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