Senior/Principal Power Systems Engineer

Senior / Principal Power Systems Engineer (HV)

South West, UK (Hybrid Working Available)

£40k - £55k + package

We are working with a leading engineering consultancy in the built environment, currently looking to appoint a Senior or Principal Power Systems Engineer to join their growing HV team in the South West.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team delivering infrastructure and mission-critical projects, including large-scale data centres across the UK and Europe. You'll be part of a collaborative, technically strong environment with a real focus on innovation, quality, and professional development.

The Role:

You will play a key role in delivering power systems analysis and design across HV, MV, and LV networks for complex projects.

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering technical analysis and design calculations for electrical systems, including load assessments, utility connections, generators, UPS, and renewable technologies

Designing HV/LV substations and network connections

Producing design deliverables including specifications, drawings, and reports

Carrying out detailed studies such as:

Load flow

Fault level analysis

Protection coordination

G5/5 harmonic studies

Earthing and Earth Potential Rise (EPR) studies

Collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders

Supporting project delivery, including resource planning and commercial awareness (WIP, invoicing)

Mentoring and supporting junior engineers and graduates

About you:

Proven experience as a Power Systems / HV Engineer within a consultancy or design environment OR Charted experience.

Strong background in HV substation design and power systems studies

Experience using tools such as ETAP, Amtech, DIgSILENT, or similar

Knowledge of:

Protection systems, CT calculations, and arc flash studies

Earthing design and EPR analysis

Power quality and G99 / harmonic assessments

Ability to produce technical reports, schematics, and detailed designs

Experience working with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams

A proactive mindset with an interest in mentoring and knowledge sharing

Desirable:

Experience in data centres or mission-critical environments

Knowledge of network resilience and failure mode analysis

Working knowledge in lighting design or building design

Why Apply?

Work on high-profile, complex infrastructure projects

Join a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering team

Strong opportunities for career progression to Principal level

Flexible and supportive working environment

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If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV and I will be in touch ASAP!