Senior/Principal Power Systems Consultant - Innovation Projects (Manchester Area)

Our client is a specialist, vibrant consulting company that has been at the forefront of providing expert technical advice to electricity network companies, renewable energy developers, regulators and funding institutions all over the world for more than 25 years. By nurturing the top talent in the energy industry, they’ve built a solid reputation of developing innovative solutions and solving complex problems associated with achieving net zero. They offer a fast-paced learning environment with excellent career development opportunities.

Changes in the energy system, including decarbonisation of heating and transport and decentralisation of energy resources, are presenting a range of exciting challenges for the industry, and our client. They are seeing a vast array of new opportunities to study these challenges and work with their clients to solve issues, enable change and stay at the forefront of innovation in the power sector. Collaboration is at the forefront of their culture and they are a business that really put their staff and their team first.

They have grown significantly over the past 3 years in terms of revenue, profitability, colleague numbers and offices around the world.

The role involves joining their Innovation Team to drive innovation projects focused on energy transition, grid modernisation and facilitating the growth of emerging technologies. This role is designed for thought leaders with deep technical expertise and a passion for research-driven innovation.

The Innovation Team assists network companies, governments and regulators with specialist studies, data analysis, and the development of innovative systems and services. As a key member of the team you will be undertaking advanced studies that shape the direction of energy systems into the future - including grid resilience, advanced renewables connectivity, grid to grid integration, digital and data management.

Project management & implementation:

• Lead and support innovation projects from concept to implementation - responsible for ensuring the project is delivered to client expectations.
• Assess emerging trends and undertake searches to identify prior relevant research.
• Leverage software solutions (including AI/machine learning where relevant) to support project delivery.
• Conduct simulation scenario assessments using power systems software for analysis.
• Assess commercial viability of technologies and models - comfortable with risk and financial assessments.
• Proactively explore new concepts and investigate the feasibility with prospective clients.

Knowledge sharing & thought leadership:

• Production of both technical and non-technical material for disseminating studies to clients and on behalf of their clients.
• Represent the company at conferences, seminars, and networking events.
• Keep abreast of industry trends and developments.

What they’re looking for:

They are looking to recruit a bright and driven individual with relevant qualifications or experience. This exciting new role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to develop a career in their Innovation Team.

Essential requirements:

• Technical expertise in power systems with strong knowledge of modelling, simulation and optimisation.
• Experience with renewable energy integration and grid modernisation.
• Power Systems software experience with for example, IPSA, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE, etc.
• Research and innovation capabilities in a related field with experience participating in industry/academic/regulatory projects.
• Commercial and strategic thinking, good understanding of market trends, technologies and regulatory models.
• Stakeholder management, experience managing project teams, coordinating with partners and driving projects to successful outcomes.
• Experience with business development - engaging with external senior leaders, listening and co-forming prospective proposals.
• Experience working with clients to identify, refine problems and value propositions.
• Experience with proposal development, management through to project close (minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable requirements:

• Experience using Python or alternative programming capability.
• Experience of PSCAD.
• Experience in both RMS and EMT dynamic simulations of electricity networks, ideally for inverters and Grid Forming Controllers.
• Experience with cyber security and network resilience would be welcome but not essential.
• Postgraduate research experience (Masters, PhD.) welcome but not essential - demonstration of research skills.

Why should you apply?

• They have a collaborative culture and enjoy an international workforce where the wellbeing of their staff is central to what they do.
• The opportunity to join a world class team in a rapidly growing industry.
• Have a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference.
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities.
• Professional membership fees.
• Discretionary annual performance-based bonus up to 10%.
• A strong company contributory pension scheme.
• Private medical, income protection and death in service.
• Flexible hybrid working policy.
• 25 days annual leave + additional day off on your birthday.

For more information and for a confidential conversation about the role please apply now by submitting your CV or contact Dean Forster at Tempest Jones Recruitment.