Principal Power Systems Engineer – London, Bicester or Newcastle

Job description

Principal Power Systems Engineer – London, Bicester or Newcastle 

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 Principal Power Systems Engineer to be based out of our London,Bicester or Newcastle office.

Role Responsibilities

As a Principal Power Engineer at RED Engineering, you will play a crucial role in the design and optimization of power systems within the data centre industry. Your primary responsibilities will include running computer simulations, supporting design teams, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of power distribution systems. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in ETAP, although experience with DigSilent or SKM will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities: 

Simulation Expertise: 

• 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.

Collaborative Design Support: 

• Collaborate closely with the design teams to understand project requirements

Transient Stability Studies: 

• Experience in Transient Stability studies would be an advantage, contributing to the resilience of the power systems under dynamic conditions.

Documentation and Reporting: 

• 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.

Continuous Professional Development: 

• 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.

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