At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our Digital Grid team to deliver innovative grid automation projects across the UK.
- Company: Siemens Energy, a leader in sustainable energy solutions with a diverse workforce.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, private medical insurance, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on innovation and teamwork across diverse cultures.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's energy transition while working with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience; 3-7 years in project execution preferred.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Join our Digital Grid team as a Project Engineer and play a vital role in delivering advanced grid automation and digital substation projects across the UK. You will collaborate closely with project management, engineering teams, and customers to ensure the efficient execution of solutions that support the UK's transition to a low-carbon, resilient energy system. Your role will blend technical engineering, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement, allowing you to deliver high-quality digital grid solutions that align with Siemens Energy standards and UK regulatory requirements.
- Deliver engineering activities for Digital Grid and Substation Automation projects in line with customer specifications and UK grid standards.
- Design, configure, and integrate IEC 61850-based digital substation systems.
- Develop and review engineering documentation, including system architecture, communication design, and functional specifications.
- Interface with internal teams, suppliers, and UK customers such as National Grid, DNOs, and TSOs.
- Provide support during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and commissioning phases.
- Ensure compliance with Siemens Energy quality processes, HSE standards, and UK regulatory requirements.
- Identify project risks and support mitigation planning throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate with project managers, customers, vendors, and internal engineering teams.
- Prepare and review technical documentation, including system architecture, I/O lists, and communication configurations.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and digital innovation within the team.
A university degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field, or demonstrable relevant experience.
3–7 years of experience in project execution in grid automation and substation engineering, preferably with end users and/or EPC companies.
Experience in coordinating system integration, testing, and commissioning is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to make independent decisions and recommendations to management.
Proven experience working in an intercultural setting with globally dispersed teams, showcasing strong teamwork capabilities with both internal and external stakeholders.
Proficiency in both oral and written English and in the Microsoft Office suite.
Willingness to work from the Newcastle office 3 to 4 days a week and travel for project requirements.
Our Grid Technologies division is dedicated to enabling a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The Digital Grid team in the UK is at the forefront of creating smarter, more flexible energy systems.
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably.
Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy. Siemens Energy celebrates character—no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
- Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
- Pension scheme with company contribution
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid working model)
- Private medical insurance (where applicable)
- Life assurance and income protection
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Career development and training opportunities
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Siemens Energy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Newcastle where innovation meets sustainability. As a Project Engineer in our Digital Grid team, you'll enjoy competitive salaries, flexible working arrangements, and extensive career development opportunities while contributing to the UK's transition to a low-carbon energy system. Our inclusive culture celebrates diversity and empowers employees to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector.
