Aecom
Trusted global infrastructure consulting firm delivering engineering, design, construction management services.
Senior Power Systems Engineer
Lead power system studies, grid code compliance, and design support for T&D projects.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Senior Power Systems Engineer role sits within our Transmission & Distribution team, supporting grid connection services for renewable energy projects across the UK and Ireland. The position involves developing studies, delivering designs, and guiding junior engineers while contributing to business improvement initiatives. • Conduct detailed power system and grid code compliance studies using PowerFactory, PSCAD, and PSS/E. • Perform grid connection due diligence, including prospecting, optioneering, risk and capacity assessments. • Execute power system studies for industrial facilities such as water treatment plants. • Support electrical design delivery through comprehensive power system analysis. • Lead medium to large‑scale project components and mentor entry‑level engineers. • Drive business process improvement initiatives and contribute to bid and proposal writing. • Liaise with OEMs and clients to ensure technical outcomes align with project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸power studies
- ▸grid compliance
- ▸due diligence
- ▸design support
- ▸project lead
- ▸client liaison
What You Bring
• Hold proven experience in engineering design consultancy, OEM, or utility network planning. • Demonstrate strong knowledge of UK Grid Code, G99, G5/5, P28 and, optionally, the Ireland Grid Code. • Proficient in PSCAD, PowerFactory, and Python scripting; PSSE and ETAP experience desirable. • Understand high‑voltage substation protection, transmission line theory, and basic power electronics for renewables. • Exhibit exceptional written and oral communication skills.
Requirements
- ▸engineering experience
- ▸grid code
- ▸pscad
- ▸python
- ▸hv protection
- ▸communication
Benefits
AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model, career development through AECOM University, technical practice networks, volunteering days, and a comprehensive suite of compensation, benefits and well‑being programs designed to fit diverse lifestyles. The role is based in Glasgow, with hybrid work options, and reports to the DCS Business Group within AECOM’s Energy line, operating under a global infrastructure consulting firm with $14.4 billion revenue in FY 2023. • Benefit from hybrid work flexibility, career development programs, technical practice networks, and volunteering days.
Work Environment
Hybrid