Power Systems Engineer (Energy) - Bicester
9 days ago
Oxford
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. Through our market leading technical expertise, we enable the world’s digital infrastructure and develop the built environment whilst also helping clients realise ambitious plans for zero carbon-built environments. We cover the entire life cycle of any building project, with our broad capability offering saving our clients time, money, and effort. Our approach is centred around listening to our clients and interacting energetically with our fellow project stakeholders. We add value with our people, client service ethos, global delivery strategy, technical ability, and attitude. We now seek a fully experienced Power Systems Engineer to join our Bicester office. Design and analyseelectrical power systems including generation, transmission, distribution, and protection networks Perform load flow, short circuit, transient stability, and power quality studies Develop single-line diagrams, protection coordination studies, and arc flash analyses Size and specify electrical equipment such as transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, cables, andbusbars Lead the design team for a HV/MV sub-stationincluding coordinationof other disciplinesincluding civil, mechanical, and control systems engineersin order toprovide a turnkeypackageat concept and detailed design stages Understandingsoftwaretools (e.g., ETAP,PFD, PSCAD, etc.) to model and simulate power systemsforharmonic analysis, RMS, EMTand power factor correction studies Conduct relay coordination and protection system design Evaluate system reliability using methods such asFaultTree analysis Develop engineering deliverables including calculations, specifications, and equipment data sheets Support procurement by reviewing vendor submittals and technical bid evaluations Provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, and startup phases Relevantsectors:Data centresand critical facilities,Electric utilities and grid operators, Oil and gas / petrochemical, Renewable energydevelopersand Industrial manufacturing Engage withotherEngie Group Business Unitsto promote complimentarysustainable infrastructuresolutions for our combined client base.In particular developworking relationships with the relevant people within Tractebel to deliver projects Work with theCentralEngineering and R&D teamstoassistwith incorporatingnew technologiesand tools into the Energy Transition market Undertake site visitsof existing installationsfor the purposesofproposingremedial solutionsand commercial bids. Maintain knowledge of the latest technologies and regulationsrelating to demand side reduction, renewable energy generation,energy storage and electricity grid connections and initiatives. Promote both within Red andexternally,knowledge of the latest technologies and regulations relating to demand side reduction, renewable energy generation, energy storage and electricity grid connections and initiatives. Create,developand build long-term professional customer relationships with existing,newand potential clientsthrough networking, socialmediaand attending industry events. Be abletocomprehend, analyse, and interpretvarious typesof business documents such as complex and lengthy RFP documents with detailed SOW. Solve problems involvingdifferenttechnical and/or managementoptionswhen demanded by differentsituations, using wherever possibleexisting company toolsor tools within the wider ENGIE group. Help to buildcredibility and trust quickly with C-Level executives/decision makersfor new and existing clients. Ensure commercial documentation such as NDAs MSAs and Ts and Cs are negotiated, agreed and valid on an ongoing basis. Coordinate theinternalENGIE and Tractebelnetwork of multi-disciplinedteams toprovide the most effective inter-company teamsforopportunities Representthe company at technical meetings with customers, professionalteamsand contractors’teams Understand and comply in fullwithcompany governance and due diligence as per theRedcompany guidelines. Production of technical white papers to promote the technical capabilities of Redin the sustainable infrastructure domain. Raise the company and business profile byrepresentingRED Engineering Design at industry events and promoting an image of professionalism always. Willingness totravel and act autonomously across amulti culturalregion with integrity and professionalism at all times Flexible to work outside core office hours from time to time, and to travel across regions asrequired. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be detail conscious and methodical in approach. BSc/BEng inappropriate engineeringdisciplinesuch as mechanical, electrical or process engineeringor have sufficient equivalent experience Minimum 3–10 years of experience in power systems engineering (varies by seniority level) Knowledge ofpower system analysis software (ETAP, PSS/E, SKM, or equivalent) Strong knowledge of electrical standards (IEEE, IEC, NEC, NFPA 70E) Achieved or working towards chartered status. Experiencein the area ofbuilding / campus scale services as well as small scale power generation including co-generation, trigeneration and decentralised renewable power generation. Experience with local infrastructures including microgrids, district heating and cooling schemes, energy centres and thermal or electrical storage Experience of working in different industrial sectors such as manufacturing, petrochemical, Life Sciences, Data Centres, etc. Experience with renewable energy systems (solar, wind, battery storage) Familiarity with SCADA,EMS,protection relays, and substation automation Knowledge of grid interconnection standards and utility coordination Experience with high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) systems Sound knowledge & working application of key health and safety issues and legislation Appreciation & working knowledge of contract and business law Knowledge of MS office applicationsWord,Exceletc Flexible and self-motivational approach to work Ability to use IT” based calculation and spreadsheet software Good understanding of Britishand EUstandards/ UK regulations/codes Ability toprioritiseown workload Ability to work to deadlines Chairing/facilitation of meeting skills Background in consulting, engineering contracting or project managementpreferred. Good understanding of international working and business operations of a global consultancy. Act in an ethical manner and follow the principles of the Ethics Charter and Ethics in Practice Guidelines of the Group RED offers a variety of benefits, including but not limited to: • 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. RED is a company of Tractebel. Business Unit: Tractebel Legal Entity: RED ENGINEERING DESIGN LIMITED Company Name: RED Minimum Base Salary: Maximum Base Salary: Pay Basis: #J-18808-Ljbffr