Principal Power System Engineer

Location and Contact

Location/s:
Glasgow or Altrincham, UK.
Recruiter contact:
Maria Cervantes.

The Energy unit delivers services to clients globally across several sectors including hydropower, nuclear, waste, renewable generation and transmission & distribution networks. It provides integrated engineering and project management services throughout the project lifecycle – from concept and design to construction, operations and decommissioning.

The Energy Unit, within the Transmission & Distribution division, is recruiting a Principal Power Systems Engineer to be part of an integral team delivering large projects worldwide. You will be involved in projects which will include the following responsibilities:

• Power System Analysis – load flow, short circuit, dynamic & transient stability, harmonic analysis, protection, arc flash evaluation, electromagnetic transient analysis
• Power System modelling – conversant with IPSA, ETAP, Dig Silent, PTW, PSS/E v3x & higher and PSCAD
• Visiting project sites and power plants to collect data, sometimes via measurements
• Analysing and interpreting simulation and test data using industry standard tools
• Report preparation and presentation to clients
• Interfacing with clients, suppliers and contractors
• Mentorship of graduates and junior engineers
• Maintaining a comprehensive knowledge and appreciation of technical engineering codes and practices and taking a 'hands‑on' role in technical matters both at project level

Essential:

• Electrical engineering degree (minimum BSc/BEng; MSc/MEng or PhD in power systems is an advantage)
• Proficiency in PSCAD, ETAP, Dig Silent, PTW and other power simulation software
• Team player and willingness to follow instruction
• Appreciation of the roles of fellow professionals on other projects and ability to interface and coordinate appropriately
• Commercial awareness and ability to develop business through existing and new work streams
• High level of IT literacy and numeracy skills
• Adaptability and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage small project teams delivering projects within time and budget
• Ability to produce clear and logical written communication
• Systematic, logical approach to problem solving

Mott Mac Donald Ltd. is not currently offering sponsorship to candidates under the Skilled Worker visa route in the UK. We continue to welcome applications from candidates who are eligible for alternative immigration routes that do not require sponsorship as a Skilled Worker now or in the future.

We are actively recruiting a diverse workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve. We recognise that differences in ability, skills and experience are a strength and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.