The Client:

An innovate energy storage company that has established itself over the last 6 years. A well-funded company with an original take on technology, design and customer interaction. They are set to make significant waves in the energy industry and play a significant role in helping shape a new landscape in the energy industry.  

In an industry set to be worth $20 billion by 2020, the company has successfully deployed a large fleet of their batteries and are on the precipice of taking a leading position in the rapidly growing energy storage industry.

The Role:

As a Power Systems Engineer, you will work as part of a multi-disciplined group of engineers that take projects from conception and design, through to development, implementation, testing and handover.

Responsibilities :

While the work will vary according to the project, you'll typically need to:

• Understand product/project requirements
• Be an expert on the high-power side of site applications and power distribution on bespoke installations
• You will be an integral part of developing AC and DC power distribution, switching, protection, monitoring and integration of commercial Energy Storage Devices.
• Design build and test models new prototypes during and after the R&D process
• Produce product documentation for internal and external use as well as technical reports
• Work to official standards including British (BS), European (EN), American (UL)
• Cross department communication and collaboration
• Assist with component supplier selection and management
• Provide technical expertise and support during site surveys, installation (SAT), maintenance and upgrade of units

The Individual:

Specific Skills Requirements:

You'll need to show:

• Knowledgeable about multi MW LV/HV substation layout, switchgear and protection devices and associated busbars.

• Knowledge and hands on experience of LV and HV systems design
• Powerflow analysis/ modelling electrical power systems experience
• Experience in Power Management Circuitry design inc Switchgear, busbar, protection devices transformers, cabling and enclosures
• Communication skills to translate a design brief to electrical component suppliers and communicate with others in organisation
• You should demonstrate your skills in relation to Power System Architecture definition and

requirement capture

• Self-motivation and ability to work without depending on a high level of additional support
• Understanding of grid connections (technical and legal)

Complementary skills:

• Experience in design for manufacture
• An analytical and problem-solving approach to work
• Understanding of software/control circuits
• The ability to read design specifications and technical drawings
• The ability to work in a multidisciplinary team commitment to continuing professional

• development throughout your career.
• An ability to multitask

Potential complimentary career backgrounds:

• Oil and gas Electrical module power distribution design
• Electrical Design Engineering
• Electrical services industry including maintenance and design
• Electrical engineering in either commercial or domestic building sector
• Electrical Power Engineer/Power systems
• Electrical Distribution Engineer
• Renewable energy installation, integration, planning and installation design