Senior / Principal Power Systems Engineer

Senior / Principal Power Systems EngineerFull-time

State/Province: London, City of

Business Group: DCS

Legal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited

Business Line: Energy

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Operating Group: International

Primary Location: UK - London - Aldgate Tower

We are delivering a better world by providing infrastructure consulting services worldwide. Our Energy business focuses on renewable energy projects across the UK and Ireland, specializing in grid connection and network planning.

Role Overview

In this role, you will focus on developing and delivering grid connection services projects for utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK and Ireland.

ResponsibilitiesSupport the delivery of electrical design through power system studies

Undertake detailed power system/grid code compliance studies using tools such as PowerFactory, PSCAD and PSS/E

Participate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverables

Undertake grid connection due diligence including grid prospecting, connection optioneering, risk assessment and capacity/constraints assessment

Use expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of the PS&E package

Develop construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projects

Perform or support quality control reviews of design calculations or drawings

Prepare technical specification sections

Provide input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirements

Liaise with OEMs and clients to drive the technical outcomes

Support with bids/proposals

QualificationsProven relevant professional experience working for an Engineering Design Consultancy or an OEM or Utility Network Planning and connections

Proven understanding of transmission and distribution planning and customer connection processes for both regulated and industrial networks

Strong understanding of the UK technical requirements (UK Grid Code, G99, G5/5, P28) and guidelines for connecting new generators and loads (knowledge of the Ireland Grid Code is also beneficial)

Proficient in PSCAD, PowerFactory and python scripting

Prior use of PSSE and ETAP expertise is desirable

Demonstrated understanding of control and protection principles of high voltage substation equipment, transmission lines, generators, transformers, reactive equipment, etc.

Basic understanding of power electronics and control systems related to renewable technologies

Exceptional levels of written and oral communication

BenefitsCore and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Technical practice networks and AECOM University

Volunteering days

Equal Opportunity & Disability AccommodationsWe celebrate diversity, including neurodiversity, and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and abilities. If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected].

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