Power Transmission & Systems Principal Consultant

Siemens Energy

  • Newcastle
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
About the RoleLocationUnited KingdomManchesterManchester
  • Country: United Kingdom
  • State/Province/County: England
  • City: Newcastle upon Tyne
CompanySiemens Energy LimitedOrganizationGrid TechnologiesBusiness UnitDigital GridFull / Part timeFull-timeExperience LevelNot definedA Snapshot of Your DayThe Power Transmission & Systems Principal Consultant plays a key role in leading technical studies for new power generation, storage, and load resources aiming to connect to the transmission network. This position involves guiding clients in selecting optimal solutions and reviewing recommendations to tackle challenges associated with isolated, inverter-based power systems aimed at decarbonizing industrial sites. Additionally, the consultant will present our offerings to potential clients and oversee the progress of various consulting engagements, ensuring alignment with planned objectives.How You'll Make an Impact
  • Leading analyses of power systems, transmission, and industrial network planning, including grid interconnection studies.
  • Collaborating with clients to ensure successful grid connection requests while identifying potential risks and commercial implications.
  • Supporting the integration of power electronic devices, renewable generation, storage devices, and HVDCs into AC grids, from conceptual studies to project execution.
  • Analyzing high-frequency phenomena such as harmonic distortion, transient overvoltages, and inrush currents.
  • Driving business development by crafting proposals to address client challenges and forming execution teams.
  • Mentoring junior team members, identifying new consulting offerings, and developing arguments for market potential.
What You Bring
  • A university degree in electrical power engineering (M.Sc. or Ph.D.) with relevant professional experience in power system analysis across steady-state, dynamic, and transient domains.
  • Strong knowledge and experience in transmission system planning, operating studies, and power system performance analyses, including stability and power quality assessments.
  • Familiarity with grid connection procedures and codes, along with proven experience collaborating with independent and transmission system operators, utilities, and developers.
  • Expertise in high voltage applications, industrial power supply concepts, power electronics, HVDC, FACTS, and renewable generation.
  • Proficiency in power system simulation programs (e.g., PSS/E, DigSilent PowerFactory) and programming tools such as Python and FORTRAN.
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with a creative and analytical approach to problem-solving in a consulting environment, along with the flexibility to travel as needed (up to 40%).
About the TeamOur Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.Who is Siemens Energy?At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy:Our Commitment to DiversityLucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character - no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.Rewards/Benefits
  • Opportunities to work with a global team
  • Opportunities to work on and lead a variety of innovative projects
  • Medical benefits
  • Remote/Flexible work
  • Time off/Paid holidays and parental leave
  • Continual learning through the Learn@Siemens-Energy platform
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