Power Systems Analyst

Highview Power

  • London
  • £50,000-60,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 18 hours ago
  • Apply easily
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 (£130m 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 £128m fundraise for the construction a 2nd plant in Hunterston, Scotland. £70m of debt being provided by existing investors and the Scottish National Investment Bank. Over the next year we will also be seeking further funding for development opportunities in Australia, the UK and Ireland.Job Summary:The Power Systems Analyst will report to the Lead Power Systems Analyst and be part of a fast-growing team whilst developing and conducting computer modelling and analysis for transmission grids, system design studies and compliance, energy market studies, generation and load interconnection applications. The successful candidate will perform power system studies and provide technical support to connection processes.In return, Highview Power will provide the successful candidate with training and development opportunities, competitive salary and the chance to be a part of building a cleaner, greener, better future for everyone.Key tasks, activities and responsibilities of the role:
  • Development and analysis of full country electrical networks for GB, AUS, and Ireland for deployment of technology.
  • Optimal operation of powers systems (optimal dispatch and unit commitment)
  • Power system markets and forecasting through machine learning (still in the development phase)
  • Steady state and dynamic model of synchronous and inverter-based generators for power flow/stability analysis
  • Perform Steady-State, Short Circuit, Transient Stability, protective device coordination, electromagnetic transient (EMT) analyses and arc flash studies using simulation tools such as Digsilent Powerfactory, PSCAD
  • Voltage-Ride Through (VRT), Frequency Ride-Through (FRT) and reactive power requirements
  • Provide support for the marketing and sales team (pre- and post-) to develop and simulate various use cases in response to customer site specific requirements
  • Support our engineering team based in Australia, Dubai, Manchester and London.
  • Prepare reports, drawings, and one-line diagrams (OLD)
  • Process, generate and maintain data as required for other engineering-related studies
  • Study alternative engineering solutions for project optimization
  • Provide power systems technical support on Executive Design
  • Provide technical support during design, procurement, construction and commissioning
  • Familiar with equipment selection and specification taking into account technical, commercial, operational, reliability and safety aspects
  • Automation and control skills in monitoring systems
  • Perform other power systems duties as assigned
RequirementsEssential:
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or STEM Specialized in Energy Systems
  • Familiarity with power systems equivalent to 1-3 years industry experience or PhD
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of the grid functioning, stability and planning
  • Experience with power system modelling in Electrical Engineering software
  • Basic coding experience (data science)
  • Proactive in learning and adapting to new concepts and methodologies
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Fluency in the English language
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to present data analysis and simulation results internally and to customer
  • Passion for power system modelling and computational modelling
Desirable:
  • Experience with DigSilent PowerFactory, PSCAD, and Encoord SAInt
  • Experience with Python
  • Experience in the UK energy market and understanding of how energy storage contributes
  • Understanding of technical aspects of transmission and distribution systems and associated network connections, management and project development
  • Experience working for a UK DNO/DSO/TSO
  • Knowledge of UK transmission & distribution networks and grid code
  • Knowledge of datasets shared by TSO
Benefits
  • Private Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Financial Wellbeing Support Platform, including hunting down lost pensions, access to Independent Financial Advisors, and retail discounts.
  • Attractive salary package
  • Annual salary review at management's discretion
  • 25 days of paid annual leave
  • Automatic enrolment in the pension scheme after 3 months of service, with the option for salary sacrifice
  • Season ticket loan available
  • Opportunities for Learning and Development

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