Senior/Principal Power Systems Engineer

Job Title: Senior or Principal Power Systems Engineer

Location: Manchester or St Helens

Contract Type: Permanent

Are you an experienced Power Systems Engineer with a solid grasp of UK Grid Code requirements and dynamic analysis techniques? Our client – a well-established consultancy in the power systems sector – is looking to bring a Senior or Principal Engineer on board to support their continued growth.

This is a great chance to get involved in technically complex, high-impact projects across the UK and internationally. Whether your background is in renewables, offshore wind, grid integration, or utility-scale systems, your skills in simulation and analysis will be key.

The Role:

In this position, you'll take a lead in delivering a variety of technical studies, working alongside cross-functional teams and directly engaging with clients. Your knowledge of tools like DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD will be essential for dynamic modelling and system simulations. You'll be solving real challenges – not just running numbers.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Dynamic System Studies: Carry out voltage and frequency stability assessments in line with G99 standards.
• Grid Compliance: Deliver comprehensive studies to demonstrate compliance with the UK Grid Code.
• Transient Simulations: Model insulation coordination scenarios, lightning events, and switching transients.
• Protection & Earthing Design: Oversee protection coordination and deliver technical earthing studies.
• Project Leadership: Guide junior engineers, ensure quality deliverables, and keep projects on schedule.
• Client Relationships: Maintain strong client interactions, contribute to proposals, and support business development activities.

What You'll Need:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• At least two years' hands-on experience with UK Grid Code compliance work.
• Proficiency in DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSCAD ; experience with tools like PSS/E, ETAP, IPSA, or CDEGS is a bonus.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively as part of a wider technical team.

Why Consider This Role?

• Competitive salary, tailored to your level of experience
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 24 days of holiday each year, plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Access to tailored training, mentoring, and support

If you're ready for a new challenge and want to work on impactful projects in a fast-moving sector, we'd love to hear from you. This is a great opportunity to make a real contribution to the future of energy systems.