Overview

RINA is looking for a highly experienced Power Systems Senior Consultant / Engineer to lead and manage multiple projects for large power and electricity corporations. The portfolio is broad, advising clients on complex issues in the substation design arena, with a focus on protection controls (PSPC). This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a growing Power Systems capability group in the UK, with opportunity to work on international projects also. This role can be based out of our Manchester, Leatherhead or Brighton offices; RINA supports smart/hybrid working. Moderate travel across the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide project management, technical input and leadership on a variety of projects for distribution and transmission networks, renewable energy, and grid integration, including Power system planning, grid connection studies, protection and substation design.
• Despite working across the Power Systems enterprise, the core focus will be to deliver Power Systems Protection Control (PSPC) for substations.
• Undertake grid analysis using relevant simulation software.
• Minimise power outages by using protection control devices.
• Work closely with clients, sub-contractors and other design engineers.
• Arrange meetings and communicate with clients to establish their needs.
• Produce drawings using software packages like CAD, REVIT; Prepare and co-ordinate electrical reports and specifications.
• Review project design, contractual documentation, environmental studies, planning permission, health and safety reports, grid offers and grid connection agreements.
• Contribute towards the submission of high-quality bids and proposals to existing and potential clients.

Qualifications & Experience

• Hold a minimum of a BEng or MEng degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or other relevant technical discipline.
• Possess a good understanding of Power System theory.
• Knowledge of HV equipment and substation design.
• Possess an understanding of transmission and distribution grids (LV to 400 kV), grid code requirements and industry accepted practices and grid connection processes.
• Experience of developing and reviewing Time Current Curves (TCC).
• Proficient with modern simulation software and electrical circuit modelling tools e.g. PSS/E, DigSILENT, PowerFactory, ETAP etc.
• Ability to work effectively within a flexible team environment on multi-disciplinary projects.
• Able to quickly develop successful client stakeholders including Chief Engineers and Technical Project Managers.
• Up to date knowledge and experience in most of the following areas:
  • Medium/High/EHV Voltage Transmission/Distribution Systems
  • Electrical SLD, Protection MCP
  • AC/DC Schematics, Wiring Diagrams, Cable Schedules, Block Diagrams
  • LV Cable Sizing, Battery Sizing Calculations
  • HV Plant Specifications and review of manufacturer drawings
  • Protection Settings and Controls

About RINA Power Systems

The established 260-strong global Power Systems Business Unit supports growing market demands in power generation, including environmental protection and the expansion of Hydrogen in energy.

The 120-strong Engineering Power Systems team in the UK provides Engineering Consultancy in electricity distribution design, carbon capture, renewable generation and storage, grid connection, and earthing & lightning protection.

We provide a vast array of consultancy services including site characterisation, concept & design, due diligence, procurement to operation & maintenance. Our clients include lenders, investors, TNOs/DNOs, OEMs, developers and other stakeholders on key power and renewable engineering projects.

RINA Group

RINA Group (www.RINA.org)

RINA is a 6,000 strong global engineering services firm, providing innovative consulting services to critical industry sectors, including Energy, Power, Renewables, Defence, Manufacturing, Transport & Infrastructure. It operates out of 70 countries, giving us the depth of experience across engineering disciplines to support clients in an ever technically evolving world. We have a strong reputation providing services that are of the highest quality, creating significant value add.

Benefits

• As part of our growing global team, you’ll find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients in a variety of market sectors. In addition, you will be rewarded with:
• Matched 6% pension
• Life Assurance
• Healthcare Insurance
• 25 days leave (plus bank holidays)
• Option to buy more holiday
• Smart/hybrid Working policy
• Professional development, support with qualifications (i.e. Chartership)
• Pay for professional membership
• Support of Military Reservists – 10 additional paid days
• Cycle to work scheme
• E-Vehicle scheme
• Employee perks – retail discounts
• Generous recruitment referral bonus
• 4 half days paid leave for STEM Ambassadors
• Season ticket loan

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering, Project Management, and Design

Industries

• Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution, Electric Power Generation, and Business Consulting and Services