Senior Power System Evolution Engineer

Senior Power System Evolution Engineer

• Closing date for applications: 11 September 2026.*

Description

We are hiring for our client for a Senior Power System Evolution Engineer to join a specialist power systems team based in Belfast.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced power systems engineer to play an important role in supporting Northern Ireland's transition towards a secure, reliable and low-carbon electricity system. Working within a highly technical team, the Senior Engineer - Power System Evolution will undertake detailed power system studies, develop network models and help identify solutions required to support increasing levels of renewable generation across the transmission system.

• Top 3 Things to Know About this Job
• Key role supporting the future development of Northern Ireland's electricity transmission system
• Belfast-based permanent position with hybrid working
• Opportunity to work on major renewable energy, interconnection, storage and system stability projects

The Role

• Carry out power system analysis including load flow, voltage, short circuit and transient stability studies
• Investigate challenges associated with operating a high-renewables power system
• Undertake studies relating to future interconnection, long-duration energy storage and offshore projects
• Build and maintain dynamic power system models
• Use modelling software including PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSA, LSAT/TSAT or similar
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate modelling processes
• Produce technical reports and present findings to internal and external stakeholders
• Build relationships with network operators, regulators, government departments and developers
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative, solution-focused team

The Person

• Degree in Engineering or another relevant discipline
• Minimum 3 years' experience within power systems or the electricity industry
• Strong understanding of transmission networks, system planning and transmission equipment
• Experience in power system modelling and analysis
• Working knowledge of software such as PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSA, Matlab or similar
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience supporting or mentoring colleagues

Python coding experience and knowledge of the Northern Ireland power system would be advantageous.

• The Rewards
• Permanent position
• Belfast location
• Hybrid working
• Opportunity to work on technically complex projects supporting the energy transition
• Career development within a specialist power systems environment

Next Steps

For further information and to apply for this Senior Engineer - Power System Evolution job, please contact Dominic Heron on 07458 160117 or

Closing date for applications: 11 September 2026.

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