Senior Power Systems Engineer Consultant. LilyLifestyle

Senior Power Systems Engineer

Our client, a leading consultancy in the power distribution sector, is currently seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join their team in Manchester. This permanent role involves executing the electro‑mechanical design of substations, leading multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring solutions meet client requirements, legislation, and industry standards. The role spans a wide range of local and international projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients.

• Designing power systems up to 132 kV, with preference for experience up to 400 kV
• Leading the engineering of utility substations, including primary design and protection & control design
• Developing SCADA systems and creating single‑line diagrams and substation layouts
• Selecting and calculating CT/VTs, and managing auxiliary AC/DC power systems
• Preparing technical reports and client documentation
• Assessing broader system contexts and understanding cross‑disciplinary impacts
• Mentoring and developing graduate engineers and consultants

• Experience in transmission and distribution engineering
• Strong knowledge of UK electrical engineering standards and regulations
• Extensive utility substation engineering experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of SCADA system design and development
• Experience with substation safety and access training
• Ability to support business development and consulting activities
• Experience in installation and commissioning activities (desirable)

• Professional registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) with the Engineering Council
• Relevant Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH)
• Good understanding of UK environmental and waste management legislation
• Strong team collaboration skills and experience in knowledge sharing

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays with an option to purchase additional holiday
• Up to 12 smart‑working days per month (post‑probation)
• Support for Military Reservists with 10 additional paid days
• Healthcare cover (family members can be added at extra cost)
• 6% matched pension and life assurance
• Professional development support to achieve chartership
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme and employee perks, including retail discounts
• Generous recruitment referral bonus
• Four half‑days of paid leave for STEM Ambassador activities
• Season ticket loan

If you are an experienced Senior Power Systems Engineer looking for a new opportunity to further develop your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic and talented team in Manchester.