Principal Power Systems Engineer
🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 21 April 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Engineering
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion
SKILLS
ETAP
Load Flow Analysis
Short Circuit Analysis
Protection Coordination
Arc Flash
Harmonic Studies
Power Systems Engineering
Transient Stability Studies
FULL DESCRIPTION
Principal Power Systems Engineer - London
RED are an expanding international M&E consultancy, with a proven track record in low energy design, focused on providing excellent design solutions to clients. We now seek a Principal Power Systems Engineer to be based out of our London office.
Role Responsibilities
- Conduct load flow analysis to ensure optimal power distribution within data centre facilities.
- Perform short circuit analysis to assess the integrity of the power system under fault conditions.
- Coordinate protection systems to enhance the reliability and safety of the power distribution network.
- Execute arc flash studies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Conduct harmonic studies to minimize power quality issues and optimize system performance.
- Collaborate closely with the design teams to understand project requirements
- Experience in Transient Stability studies would be an advantage, contributing to the resilience of the power systems under dynamic conditions.
- Validate input data to ensure accuracy and reliability in simulation results.
- Prepare comprehensive reports detailing simulation results, recommendations, and design considerations.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation related to power system simulations and design support activities.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of simulation methodologies and tools within the power systems team.
- Support Power Systems Engineers in their deliverables.
- Review models and reports for Power Systems team.
Role Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Power Engineering.
- Proven experience in power systems engineering, preferably within the data centre industry
- Proficiency in simulation software, particularly ETAP (preferred), DigSilent, or SKM.
- Experience with Load Flow, Short Circuit Analysis, Protection Coordination, Arc Flash, Harmonic Studies, and Underground Cable Sizing.
- Experience in performing Transient Stability Studies is desirable.
- Experience in performing Earthing Studies is desirable.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the models of main electrical machines, including but not limited to generators, transformers, motors and UPS.
- Experience in both LV and MV systems, ideally HV up to 132 kV.
- Strong knowledge of power systems control and SCADA systems.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and collaboration abilities.
- Background in consulting or construction preferred.
- Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy.
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days annual leave over 5 years’ service
- Holiday purchase and buy back scheme
- Hybrid Working
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Healthcare Scheme (Company funded cover is dependant on level)
- Non-contractual bonus awards
- Training sponsorship
- Charity volunteering leave
- Wellness days/ initiatives.
- Salary commensurate with experience.
- Our people work in friendly teams with a collaborative approach and mentoring support from talented leaders.
- We offer a comprehensive benefits package and are an equal opportunities employer.
*This role will ideally suit those with the right to live & work in the UK without restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship at the present time.
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