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Role - Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Location - Birmingham / Nottingham

Salary - Up to £40k

I am working with an established UK-wide Engineering consultancy. They are seeking a motivated Power Systems Engineer to join a specialist team working across complex, high-profile projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stage of their career to learn directly from experienced senior engineers who are committed to mentoring and developing the next generation.

About the role

You’ll play an active part in projects from concept through to delivery – covering everything from early design and modelling, to site involvement and client liaison. The team works across major sectors including:

• NHS hospitals and healthcare facilities
• Pharmaceutical sites
• Universities
• Large-scale real estate developments requiring significant grid connections

What you'll need

They're interested in candidates who are:

• Degree-qualified in Power Systems (or similar), with a strong grasp of the fundamentals
• Or from a contractor background with hands-on understanding of electrical infrastructure and systems
• Curious, clever, and eager to learn – with a genuine interest in developing technical and practical expertise
• Comfortable getting involved on site as well as behind the desk

Why this role?

This is not a pure desk-based design role. You’ll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, working on diverse and technically challenging schemes, while learning from industry experts. It’s a fantastic chance to build a career in a supportive team that takes pride in its work and invests in its people.

Feel free to contact Danny Brookes at Calibre Search if you'd like more information.

Role - Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Location - Birmingham / Nottingham

Salary - Up to £40k

I am working with an established UK-wide Engineering consultancy. They are seeking a motivated Power Systems Engineer to join a specialist team working across complex, high-profile projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stage of their career to learn directly from experienced senior engineers who are committed to mentoring and developing the next generation.

About the role

You’ll play an active part in projects from concept through to delivery – covering everything from early design and modelling, to site involvement and client liaison. The team works across major sectors including:

• NHS hospitals and healthcare facilities
• Pharmaceutical sites
• Universities
• Large-scale real estate developments requiring significant grid connections

What you'll need

They're interested in candidates who are:

• Degree-qualified in Power Systems (or similar), with a strong grasp of the fundamentals
• Or from a contractor background with hands-on understanding of electrical infrastructure and systems
• Curious, clever, and eager to learn – with a genuine interest in developing technical and practical expertise
• Comfortable getting involved on site as well as behind the desk

Why this role?

This is not a pure desk-based design role. You’ll gain exposure to the full project lifecycle, working on diverse and technically challenging schemes, while learning from industry experts. It’s a fantastic chance to build a career in a supportive team that takes pride in its work and invests in its people.

Feel free to contact Danny Brookes at Calibre Search if you'd like more information.

Job Req ID

49478

Work Type

Onsite

Department

Sales

We are a leading global power management company, but more importantly, what we do improves the quality of life and the environment. Our products, technologies and services make a difference in the world.

Our Electrical Services organization in EMEA, covering 25 countries with 500+ employees, being a fast-growing business responsible of life cycle management of all of our Electrical products, systems and software portfolio. We are serving customers in Data Centers, Utilities & Energy, Industries, Buildings, Healthcare segments by providing installation, commissioning, warranty care, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting services, spare parts, equipment life extension, modernization and end of life services.

The division has very ambitious Growth plans for 2025 and forward, technical innovation & strategic development initiatives are being deployed at the moment

We're now looking for a number of Power Distribution Engineers to join our growing team.

What you'll do:

Are you a skilled and safety-conscious electrical engineer with a passion for medium voltage (MV) systems? Eaton is seeking a number of EMEA Power Distribution Lead Engineers to join our dynamic team, delivering high-quality installation and maintenance services across EMEA.

In this role, you'll be the face of Eaton for our customers leading installation projects and oversee 3rd party providers , supporting fellow engineers, and ensuring our MV equipment operates at peak performance. If you thrive in a hands-on, customer-facing environment and have a strong technical background, we want to hear from you.

This position will typically consist of 1 week travel to our customers in the EMEA region (typically within Data Center, Utilities or Oil&Gas) and 1 week working from home performing administrative tasks.

Successful candidates can be based anywhere in Ireland, UK, Netherlands, Poland or Romania, ideally in close proximity to a major airport.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead installation and perform maintenance & commissioning, testing and fault finding of Eaton-manufactured MV and HV equipment
• Act as the primary point of contact for customers during project execution
• Support and mentor other service engineers, fostering a culture of safety and excellence
• Collaborate with project management to meet delivery targets and enhance customer satisfaction

Qualifications:

• Higher Diploma or a Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in Power Distribution testing and commissioning
• must be able to test and commission large Medium Voltage to High Voltage installations

Skills:

• Strong IT and computer literacy with attention to detail.
• Ability to respond to breakdowns and drive resolution
• Leadership skills and a desire to coach and develop others
• Flexibility to travel and stay away as needed across EMEA region

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Eaton strives to provide benefits and programs that are competitive and focused on employee well-being. These programs are offered across the United States and Puerto Rico, but specific programs and options available may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic locations, date of hire, employment type and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

About Us

Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we're helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.

Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of nearly $25 billion in 2024, the company serves customers in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit Follow us on LinkedIn.

Our commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability

We are powered by our vision, driven by strategy, guided by our aspirational goals and committed to doing business right. We believe diversity is our strength and diverse thinking powers innovation and growth. In our second annual Global Inclusion and Diversity Transparency Report, we look at the progress we've made in our journey and the work that's still left to do. Our latest sustainability report features our progress toward our 2030 Sustainability Goals, which include science-based greenhouse gas reduction targets and our commitment to become carbon neutral by 2030.

Recent Awards: Honored to be recognized

• World's most admired companies, Forbes

• Best Place to work for LGBTQ Equality, HRC

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• World's Most Ethical Companies, Ethisphere

• UK's Top 100 Most Loved Workplace in Newsweek 2023

Posting Date: 24 Sept 2025

City: Manchester

Location:Manchester, GB, M1 3LDBrighton, GB, BN1 3XFLeatherhead, GB, KT22 7AJ

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Power Project Management

Level of experience: Senior

RINA is looking for a highly experienced Power Systems Expert to lead the design and execution of complex programmes for large power and electricity corporations. This position is multi-faceted across technical delivery, business development and project management, all within the high voltage substation domain. You will have end to end project delivery accountability to the client, and will lead a specialist team of Power Systems Project Engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual and detailed design activities for primary and secondary systems of high voltage transmission and distribution substations;
• Lead preparation of technical specifications for high voltage components as well as protection and control facilities;
• As project manager and design authority, ensure that adequate quality assurance is followed as per agreed requirements;
• Lead, mentor, and train junior resources to foster technical excellence and knowledge sharing;
• Proactively build positive relationship with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and develop business opportunities;
• Represent RINA at relevant internal and external events, workshops, working groups, conferences, and forums;
• Lead relevant tendering activities, technical proposals and bid evaluations;
• Attend factory and site acceptance tests, site inspections, and commissioning activities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering;
• Strong leadership, client-facing, and project delivery skills (quality/time/budget);
• Minimum 10+ years' experience in design of high voltage substations;
• Minimum 5+ years' project delivery experience with high voltage substation builds in the UK;
• Strong knowledge of primary plant equipment as well as secondary systems;
• Familiarity with applicable regional and international codes and standards;
• Preferably Registered Chartered Engineer status (CEng) with IET, but not pre-requisite.

About RINA Power Systems

The established 270 strong global Power Systems Business Unit supports growing market demands in power generation including environmental protection and the expansion of Hydrogen in energy.

The 120 strong Engineering Power Systems team in the UK provides Engineering Consultancy in electricity distribution design, carbon capture, renewable generation and storage, grid connection, and earthing & lightning protection.

We provide a vast array of consultancy services including site characterisation, concept & design, due diligence, procurement to operation & maintenance. Our clients include lenders, investors, TNOs/DNOs, OEMs, developers and other stakeholders supporting key power and renewable engineering projects.

RINA Group )

RINA is a 6,000 strong global engineering services firm, providing innovative consulting services to critical industry sectors, including Energy, Power, Renewables, Marine, Defence, Manufacturing, Transport & Infrastructure. It operates out of 70 countries, giving us the depth of experience across engineering disciplines to support clients in an ever technically evolving and integrated world. We have a strong reputation providing services that are of the highest quality, creating significant value add. #LI-JB1

Benefits

• As part of our growing global team, you'll find yourself working with world-class professionals and clients in a variety of market sectors. In addition, you will be rewarded with:

• Matched 6% pension

• Life Assurance
• Healthcare Insurance
• 25 days leave (plus

Company Description
Camlin is a global technology leader that operates with the vision of bringing revolutionary products to life for a wide range of industries, including power and rail, and also has interests in a number of R&D projects in a variety of scientific sectors.

At Camlin we believe in high quality engineering and design, allowing us to develop market leading products and services. In short, we love creating value for our customers by solving difficult problems. As of today, the Camlin operation spans over 20 countries across the globe.

As a Power Systems Research and Development Engineer in Camlin, you will work within a multi-disciplinary team of electrical and software engineers, and data scientists to deliver innovative solutions to support distribution network operators (DNOs) business needs. You will study the network behaviour in detail, and develop and implement novel solutions to, for example, identify and diagnose issues on the network, or optimise capacity in the network assets.

Responsibilities
Create, validate and maintain power systems network models, alongside documentation of associated methodologies, where required.

Design, develop, document and test robust, efficient and novel algorithms to meet project requirements, consulting appropriate literature when required.

Analyse field data to validate, troubleshoot and enhance the models and algorithms.

Act as a subject matter expert on UK distribution power systems within multidisciplinary project teams.

Communicate methodologies clearly to the teams responsible for their implementation.

Manage time and priorities across projects, notify stakeholders of progress against plans and adapt readily to dynamic business priorities

Essential Criteria
Degree in Electrical Power Systems/Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent numerate discipline.

Strong understanding of electric power distribution, electrical load behaviours, and the modelling of time-series demand/distributed generation patterns.

Experience of performing steady-state and/or transient power systems studies, e.g. load flow, short-circuit fault analysis and/or switching studies.

Strong and proven numerical analysis skills, engineering mathematics and statistics.

Proven ability to solve complex problems using creative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company Pension & Life Assurance Schemes
• On-site parking
• Hybrid Working
• Subsidised Gym Membership

*EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT *
Individuals seeking employment at Camlin are considered without regards to race, colour, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

The Team
Shape the future of energy with us
We are seeking an experienced
Protection & Control (P&C) Design Engineer
to join Cundall's growing
Power Systems
team. You'll be part of a
multidisciplinary group of engineers
delivering detailed P&C designs across a range of high-voltage projects — from new-build AIS/GIS substations (33kV–400kV) to
renewals, retrofits, and the integration of renewable energy, storage, and critical infrastructure schemes
. This is your chance to work on technically challenging projects that are central to the UK's energy transition and net-zero ambitions.

About Cundall
Cundall is a global, partner-led engineering consultancy renowned for innovative and sustainable design solutions across
energy, infrastructure, and the built environment
.

Alongside our leadership in the energy sector, we are also a
major player in the global hyperscale data centre market
, delivering power infrastructure for some of the world's largest and most complex facilities. This breadth gives our people the opportunity to work on technically ambitious and commercially significant projects across multiple sectors.

Our Power Systems team specialises in
high-voltage design, protection and control systems, and technical advisory services
. We thrive on complexity, delivering rigorous, integrated solutions for clients in the UK and internationally.

The Role
Key Responsibilities
Design Deliverables

• Produce P&C drawings including single line diagrams, three line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, I/O lists, interlocking schemes, panel GA drawings, and multicore/LAN/FO schedules.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
• Attend technical meetings with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Collaborate across disciplines (civil, structural, primary plant, MEP) to deliver fully integrated solutions.

Quality & Assurance

• Manage drawing revisions and document control.
• Check vendor drawings for accuracy and consistency.
• Undertake site visits (as required) to assess constructability and support delivery.
• Ensure compliance with CDM and health & safety regulations.

The Skills
Why Join Us?

• Work on prestigious, technically challenging projects in the UK and globally.
• Be part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team delivering innovation and excellence.
• Access structured support for professional development and Chartership.
• Gain exposure to primary design, power system studies, and data centre infrastructure.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
• Play a vital role in delivering projects that support the energy transition and net-zero future.

Apply Today
Take the next step in your career by joining Cundall's Power Systems team. Apply now to help us design the world-class energy systems of tomorrow.

Job Description
Your career at Cundall

We know that to be the best at what we do we need a diverse workforce underpinned by an inclusive culture. Creating environments where everyone can find joy doing their best work is also great for everyone. That's why we positively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, and encourage, support, and celebrate the diverse voices of our people.

Job Description Summary
Building on over 130 years of experience and proven innovation, GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy – electrifying the world while simultaneously working to decarbonize it. GE Vernova is accelerating the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while helping our customers power economies and deliver the electricity that is vital to health, safety, security, and improved quality of life.

GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business provides electrification systems that are critical to our global customers' power and energy needs for their high-performance applications. We work with the world's major energy, maritime, and industrial organizations, enabling their transition to energy efficiency and decarbonization, including through our specialist motors, drives, and control technologies.

Job Description
The role of Power System Engineer is an exceptional opportunity to make a real impact at one of the world's leading energy technology companies, providing diverse electric systems, including grid connected and islanded power and propulsion systems on large scale global projects. You will develop your career whilst developing into an important member of our class-leading team of Power System engineering specialists.

The Power Systems Engineering team helps solve exciting problems using advanced analytical tools and develops safe, efficient and operational performance-led solutions. The Power Systems Engineer could be involved throughout the tendering phase, detail design & development, procurement, manufacturing, test and commissioning stages of projects, and possibly delivering in-service design and obsolescence support. You will use and develop your key skills, knowledge and experience to support and influence the development and delivery of class leading Power System solutions.

Core Responsibilities

• Generate Single Line Diagrams for AC or DC system Architectures.
• Support or perform Power System studies and analysis using simulation software, such as MATLAB, or DigSilent, or eTAP, or PSCAD, or PSSE.
• Studies include, but not limited to, Short Circuit, Load Flow, Harmonic, Transient, Insulation co-ordination analysis, Arc & protection co-ordination.
• Generate main and balance of plant equipment specifications, functional and test documents, for LV or HV Switchboards, Generators, Cables, Converters, Transformers, Motors, auxiliaries and more.
• Provide technical support, support commissioning and through life in-service support.
• Capture requirements to ensure validation and verification.
• Ability to produce clear and concise engineering documentation.
• Ensuring Power System designs comply with requirements, relevant health & safety, international standards, and class society rules where applicable.

We Are Looking For a Professional Engineer Who

• Has applicable, transferrable equipment or systems level knowledge & experience, with ideally industrial, marine or naval defence domain experience.
• Candidates with demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas—Power System modelling, generator excitation systems, Power Electronics, Machines and Drives (PEMD) are encouraged to apply.
• Can work initiatively on challenges, problem solving, ambitious, highly motivated and driven to succeed with a lean mindset.
• Has working knowledge of marine classification society, IEC, MIL or DEF standards.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of Engineering lifecycle processes is a plus.
• Willing to travel within UK and overseas for short-term working.

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant subject but relevant experience will also be considered.
• Working towards or hold CEng qualification

It will be necessary to carry out background checks and suitability assessments (UK BPSS clearance OR UK SC clearance) as part of the hiring process. Read more on national security vetting levels
here
.
You Can Expect From Us

• Challenging and exciting world-first projects
• Competitive salary + generous bonus scheme
• Flexible benefits so you can build a package that fits your personal needs. Some core benefits include: 10% - 15% Employer Pension Contribution (not subject to individual contribution), Income protection, Private Health Insurance, Life Assurance.
• Professional Development supported by GE Vernova University
• 26 days holiday +

Our Company
Highview Power is a fast-growing global organisation, leading the way towards a cleaner, more efficient, and secure energy future. We plan to become a world leader in smarter long duration energy storage, a new technology that will enable nations, cities, and corporations to achieve net zero.

Our proprietary long duration, zero emissions energy storage system utilises cryogenic technology and surplus electricity; at times of low demand/low cost, to make liquid air which can be stored and later converted back into energy and released into the grid, at times of high demand/high cost.

This award-winning technology has been dubbed as "the missing link" to making Renewable Green Energy sources a more resilient, reliable and cost-effective option when compared with traditional fossil fuel alternatives.

Highview Power value their employees and are committed to creating a positive, inspiring and inclusive working environment.

In June 2024 we completed a £300m fundraising process (£30m debt) for the construction of our first full scale plant in Manchester with new investors including Goldman Sachs, Centrica and the UK National Wealth Fund. In September 2025 we will complete a 28m fundraise for the construction a 2nd plant in Hunterston, Scotland. 0m of debt being provided by existing investors and the Scottish National Investment

Job Description
The Power System Technician will provide a technical engineering service with the minimum of supervision in respect of mechanical & electrical servicing, repairs, maintenance, supervision and installation.

Location - based in and around Emley Moor, Huddersfield with travel required to sites.

We offer

• Circa £40,000 base salary
• 5% Shift Allowance
• Company vehicle
• 6% pension contribution
• Private Medical
• 25 days annual leave
• Access to our comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, gymflex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance
• Training provided to support City & Guilds certifications

Must haves

• Driving licence (full UK)
• City & Guilds th Edition Regulations or 17th Edition
• Previous experience in Field Services or completion of an approved electrical apprenticeship in a similar environment.
• Working knowledge of the principles of power supplies, HVAC Systems, ACBs, Generator Systems, Static UPSs, Static Switches
• Working knowledge of and able to apply Safety, Health and Environment legislation, policies and procedures
• Willing to travel
• Some overnight stays away from home location maybe required

The role
Reporting directly to the team manager the Power Systems Technician will be part of a multi-skilled team covering the Yorkshire service area. Even though you are part of a team you'll be providing your individual contribution to this multi skilled team providing day to day operational duties. Some travel outside of the normal team area may be required in exceptional circumstances.

• Complete planned works and maintenance on a range of systems and networks.
• Respond to faults and service outages and complete corrective maintenance in line with Arqiva standards, policies and procedures
• Support upgrades and modifications to existing systems and networks following agreed instructions Maintain accurate records, documentation and reporting of actions taken
• Complete testing and measurements to ensure compliance with regulatory, industry and customer requirements
• Engage with customers and build positive working relationships# To actively participate in 24/7 365 callout response as per the scheduled rota.
• To ensure that equipment operates to specified performance criteria and is maintained to conform to agreed company standards
• Working in a safe manner at all times, complying with current Health & Safety legislation and Arqiva SHEQ policy.

We are the
undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast
, and the
UK's leading Smart utilities platform
, directly shaping the future of connectivity.

Through our established infrastructure we ensure that media and data are delivered exactly where they're needed most, whether it's bringing content to your TV or radio or transmitting data from your smart meter to your utility provider - chances are
our services are a part of your daily life,
seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.

With an impressive history and an innovative future ahead of us, leading the transition of
global media distribution to cloud based solutions
and creating
scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors
- you'll have many opportunities to
develop and grow your unique career with us.
Why Arqiva?
Reward
.
Connection
.
Growth

At Arqiva, we believe in supporting you to be your best, both at work and outside of it. That's why our rewards and benefits go far beyond your pay; take a look at our totalreward2025 booklet.

Here, you'll find endless opportunities to connect, whether that's with colleagues through our internal networks and events or by making a difference in the communities where we work.

And when it comes to your career, we're committed to helping you grow. Whether you want to become a specialist in your field or climb to the top, we'll support you every step of the way.