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POWER SYSTEMS ENGINEER – GRID STABILITY & OPERABILITY

Future Energy Overview: Driven by a global network of purpose-driven professionals who live and breathe the Power of Commitment, GHD is actively helping clients and communities navigate the complex and rapidly evolving energy transition. Due to the ongoing success of this initiative, we are currently looking for highly skilled and motivated Power Systems Engineers to join our dedicated team in shaping a sustainable and resilient energy future.

Position Overview: As a Power Systems Engineer in our Power Networks team, you will play a pivotal role in designing, analysing and optimising electrical systems across a variety of power generation, transmission, and distribution projects. Your deep understanding will enable you to contribute to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of these systems, helping redefine the future energy landscape.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop integrated power system solutions that align with our clients' goals and environmental objectives.
• Design, model, and simulate power systems, incorporating renewable energy sources, energy storage, and smart grid technologies.
• Conduct comprehensive power system studies, including load flow, transient stability, and fault analysis, to ensure reliable and resilient system performance.
• Evaluate and implement advanced control strategies for power systems, maximising efficiency and minimising environmental impact.
• Provide expertise in grid integration of renewable energy projects, ensuring seamless and stable integration with existing power infrastructure.
• Analyse and interpret power system data to identify trends, opportunities for optimisation, and areas of improvement.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies and industry stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations.
• Contribute to the development of technical reports, proposals, and presentations to communicate complex concepts effectively to clients and stakeholders.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in power systems engineering, renewable energy technologies, and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in power systems engineering, including renewable energy integration and grid analysis.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software such as PSS/E, ETAP, or PowerWorld.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and clients.
• Knowledge of UK energy regulations, standards, and industry trends.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with relevant professional engineering associations (e.g., IET, CIGRE).
Commitment to sustainable practices and passion for driving positive change in the energy sector.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans and more.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• A dynamic and inclusive work environment that promotes innovation and teamwork.
• Contribution to meaningful, sustainable energy projects that have a positive impact on the environment and society.

If you are a motivated and forward-thinking engineer who is passionate about shaping the energy transition, we invite you to join our team at GHD. Apply now to be part of our exciting journey toward a greener and more sustainable future.

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