Senior / Principal Power Systems Engineer
Full-timeState/Province: London, City ofBusiness Group: DCSLegal Entity: AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK LimitedBusiness Line: EnergyWork Location Model: HybridOperating Group: InternationalPrimary Location: UK – London – Aldgate TowerWe 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 OverviewIn this role, you will focus on developing and delivering grid connection services projects for utility-scale renewable energy projects across the UK and Ireland.Responsibilities
Support the delivery of electrical design through power system studiesUndertake detailed power system/grid code compliance studies using tools such as PowerFactory, PSCAD and PSS/EParticipate in interdisciplinary review of project deliverablesUndertake grid connection due diligence including grid prospecting, connection optioneering, risk assessment and capacity/constraints assessmentUse expertise in all steps of completing discipline component of the PS&E packageDevelop construction cost estimates and estimates of technical efforts for projectsPerform or support quality control reviews of design calculations or drawingsPrepare technical specification sectionsProvide input to the development of engineering budget and schedule to meet requirementsLiaise with OEMs and clients to drive the technical outcomesSupport with bids/proposalsQualifications
Proven relevant professional experience working for an Engineering Design Consultancy or an OEM or Utility Network Planning and connectionsProven understanding of transmission and distribution planning and customer connection processes for both regulated and industrial networksStrong 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 scriptingPrior use of PSSE and ETAP expertise is desirableDemonstrated 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 technologiesExceptional levels of written and oral communicationBenefits
Core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-beingFlexible hybrid working modelCareer development opportunitiesTechnical practice networks and AECOM UniversityVolunteering daysEqual Opportunity & Disability Accommodations
We 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 ReasonableAccommodations@aecom.com.All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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