Principal Power Systems Engineer

Energy 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.

Your impact

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.

Here's what you'll need

• 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.

#energypowerjobs #ourjacobs #overheadlines #career #opportunity #hybrid #london #manchester #birmingham #glasgow #bristol #energyeurope #energytransition #LI-SM1

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs .

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We accept people for who they are, and we champion the richness of different perspectives, lived experiences and backgrounds in the workplace, as a source of learning and innovation. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about our  Jacobs Employee Networks here .

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. For greater online accessibility please visit to view and access our roles.

As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

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.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Birmingham	West Midlands	United Kingdom
Bristol	Bristol City	United Kingdom
Glasgow	Lanarkshire	United Kingdom
Wokingham	Berkshire	United Kingdom
Manchester	Greater Manchester	United Kingdom
Exeter	Devon	United Kingdom
Leeds	West Yorkshire	United Kingdom
Leeds	West Yorkshire	United Kingdom