At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are looking to recruit a Principal Power System Engineer to join our Future Energy & Power Systems team. You individual will play a key role in supporting the growth of our activities across all areas of the power sector, including generation (thermal, renewables, and storage), transmission, distribution, and industrial systems. The role involves modelling and delivering a variety of power system studies for our major clients worldwide.

Our team is based across the UK, with offices in London, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Reading, Cardiff, and Bristol.

This position is an important part of our strategy to support the energy transition. As a Principal Power System Engineer, you will lead and contribute to a broad range of study and advisory activities, including:

Technical Responsibilities

• Power system modelling and model verification.
• Feasibility studies (e.g., load flow, fault level analysis).
• Equipment performance specification.
• Grid Code compliance studies.
• Interconnection and impact assessments.
• Integrating low‑carbon technologies into network studies.
• Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) studies, including:

1. Insulation coordination.
2. Transient recovery voltage.
3. Transient overvoltage.
4. Lightning studies.

Project & Client Delivery

• Leading and delivering study activities from modelling through to reporting.
• Preparing clear, concise technical reports.
• Presenting technical findings in client meetings and discussions.
• Working collaboratively with teams across the UK and internationally.

Bids, Innovation & Business Growth

• Providing technical input and effort estimates for proposals.
• Supporting proposal development and client engagement.
• Developing innovation projects and securing funding through mechanisms such as the Network Innovation Allowance and Strategic Innovation Fund.

• Degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• Membership of a recognised professional institution.
• Strong proficiency in power system modelling tools such as DIgSILENT, PSS/E, ETAP, and PSCAD.
• Experience in power systems, utility, and renewable energy projects.

Why Jacobs?
People are Jacobs’ greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

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We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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