Senior Future Power System Engineer– Belfast (Hybrid)

We’re looking for a driven and solutions-focused power systems engineer with strong technical expertise and a passion for shaping the future of the energy sector. The ideal candidate is a team player with excellent analytical skills, experience in system modelling and analysis, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.

This is a full-time and permanent position.

Benefits

• An excellent salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements (3 days office: 2 days working at home)
• Flexible start and finish times
• Eligibility for an annual performance-related payment
• Private medical provision
• Competitive pension with employer matching arrangements
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes (e.g., pension, cycle to work, and electric vehicle leasing)
• Competitive holidays
• Complimentary car parking with electric charging point on site
• Free lunch onsite
• Ongoing career progression and development opportunities
• A fantastic team culture and team events

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct power system studies including load flow, voltage, short circuit, and transient stability analyses.
• Assess system challenges related to high renewable energy integration and develop technical solutions.
• Analyse future interconnection, long-duration storage, and offshore projects to evaluate impacts on system strength and stability.
• Use power system modelling tools such as PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSA Tools, or similar.
• Build and maintain accurate dynamic models to reflect system performance during contingencies.
• Improve modelling and analysis processes through automation and coding.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and statutory publications like the Ten-Year Transmission Forecast Statement.
• Communicate complex technical findings clearly through reports and presentations.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, solution-driven team culture.

Criteria

• Degree in Engineering or a related discipline, with at least 3 years’ experience in the power systems or electricity industry.
• Strong technical knowledge of power systems, network planning, and transmission equipment.
• Proficient in power system analysis and modelling using tools such as PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSA Tools, or MATLAB.
• Experience with dynamic, harmonic, and EMT studies.
• Good understanding of generation, demand, and enabling technologies connecting to the grid.
• Familiar with industry regulations, licences, technical standards, and grid codes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well in a team.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis.

If you are interested in hearing more or to be considered for this role, apply here or contact Sophie Keogh at Cpl NI.

Skills:

• Power system analysis
• Excel
• Project Management