Power Systems Technical Advisor

3 months ago


Edinburgh, United Kingdom AtkinsRéalis Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a Power Systems Senior Technical Advisor to join our Power Networks team within our Net Zero Energy Business. This position would be based in Glasgow or Birmingham, with a flexible mixture of home-working and office collaboration time expected. We also welcome applicants wishing to work part-time. (Other home office locations such as Epsom or Leeds are also an option).

Join us in Building a carbon-free future.

The UK Energy market is undergoing unprecedented change as the country strives towards a net zero carbon target. The sector must contend with high penetration of modern generation, transmission and distribution technologies, energy storage and prepare for the increased demand associated with the electrification of transport and heat as the countries progresses along the decarbonisation pathway. As part of the Net Zero agenda, networks have a crucial role in delivering the renewable energy which is required to be connected. The transmission network operators have secured c.£8bn as part of the RIIO T2 package.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the energy sector, to deliver outstanding projects and be part of the solution to delivering Net Zero. We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind.

Our flexible and remote working policies are designed to help you get the most out of life. When you join us, you'll be a part of a genuinely collaborative environment where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

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Your purpose:
  • You will be responsible for delivering innovative and exciting projects from across the energy sector, either leading on these projects, or providing valuable contributions alongside other subject matter experts.
  • By using your experience within the UK energy industry, you will provide our clients with commercial, technical and regulatory advice, across a range of different project types.
  • You will be able to summarise your analysis and assessments into concise reports, as well as presenting findings to the client via meetings and workshops.
  • You will oversee work from Engineers and Graduate Engineers from across the team in the delivery of projects, reviewing their work and providing appropriate guidance.

What you can bring?

In addition to strong communication and leadership skills, key attributes include:
  • Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualifications and experience.
  • Good knowledge of electrical codes and standards and regulatory/financial incentives for transmission and distribution network investment in GB.
  • Strong understanding and leadership of the engineering projects through asset lifecycles.
  • Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

You may also demonstrate a selection of the following desirable requirements:
  • Chartered Engineer through the IET.
  • Experience in regulatory and technical due diligence (vendor or buyer side) of transmission and distribution network assets.
  • Experience in the preparation or assessment of business plans for regulated utilities and/or innovation project developments.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

The UK is the first major economy to legislate for a Net Zero target by 2050. To achieve this, our nuclear and clean energy teams are ensuring a mix of secure and sustainable energies that can meet our industry and lifestyle demands today, and in 30 years' time. We help to power our world through exciting new technologies and intelligent cybersecurity systems on projects that vary greatly in size, scope, and scale. So, you'll be creating the right safe and resilient systems across nuclear power, renewables, decarbonisation development, new builds and energy efficiency.

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Meeting your needs:

When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward," a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career. Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis. It will take some time for all our information to update - you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below:

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis is a leading global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

AtkinsRéalis Projects (atkinsrealis.com)

Additional Information:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

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