Power System Planning Engineers

Power System Planning Engineers (Mid and Senior level roles available)

Belfast

Salary £42,000 to 57,000 Depending on level of experience

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Power System Planning Engineer and Senior Power System Planning Engineer to join a leading organisation within the energy sector. These roles offer the opportunity to contribute to the development of the electricity transmission network and play a key role in supporting the transition to a low-carbon energy future.

Working within a specialist Power System Planning team, successful candidates will support the safe and efficient integration of renewable generation, future demand growth, and emerging technologies while maintaining network security and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct power system studies and technical analysis to identify network risks and opportunities

* Develop and assess transmission network reinforcement solutions

* Support long-term strategic and spatial energy planning initiatives

* Evaluate connection options for new generation, demand, and enabling technologies

* Produce technical reports, standards, and industry documentation

* Build and maintain relationships with regulators, industry participants, and key stakeholders

* Identify and implement improvements to planning processes, methodologies, and policies

* Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and maintain transmission network models Power System Planning Engineer

Requirements

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline

* Minimum of 2 years' relevant engineering or industry experience

* Strong interest in supporting the transition to a net-zero energy system

* Understanding of power system analysis and desire to further develop technical expertise

* Ability to analyse technical information and solve engineering problems

Senior Power System Planning Engineer Requirements

* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline

* Minimum of 4 years' relevant engineering or industry experience

* Strong technical knowledge of power systems, transmission planning, and transmission equipment

* Experience carrying out load flow and transient stability studies

* Experience analysing large datasets using Python

Benefits

* Competitive salary and performance-related bonus

* Private medical cover and enhanced pension scheme

* Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

* Generous annual leave entitlement

* Enhanced family-friendly policies

* Wellbeing initiatives and employee benefit schemes

* Career development opportunities and clear progression pathways

* Supportive and inclusive working environment

For more information on this role contact Zoey at CPL

Skills:
Power System Planning Engineer Planning Manager