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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Power System Design Engineer - **Company:** Brunel - **Location:** Glasgow, UK - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Building Information Modeling, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Project Management Software - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815258221-power-system-design-engineer ## About the Role Essential: * Degree (BEng/MEng) in Electrical or Power Engineering. * 3+ years' experience in power system design for HV substations, grid connections, or BESS projects. * Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, grid code compliance, and DNO/TO standards in the UK. * Skilled in power system modelling software (DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD, IPSA, or similar). * Familiarity with IEC, ENA, and National Grid specifications. * Experience working in an EPC or multi-disciplinary engineering environment. Desirable: * Understanding of BESS operation, control philosophy, and grid integration. * Knowledge of functional safety, interlocking logic, and commissioning activities. * Experience with digital design or project management platforms (Procore, BIM 360, Aconex). * Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward professional registration (IET). ## Description Global Onshore Renewable Energy Recruitment Specialist. Onshore Wind, Solar and BESS. Location: UK-wide / Hybrid Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent Sector: Renewable Energy | EPC | Power Systems | Energy Storage Power System Design Engineer - HV Substation & BESS Projects (EPC) We're looking for an experienced Power System Design Engineer to join a growing engineering team, supporting the delivery of high-voltage substation and battery energy storage (BESS) projects across the UK. In this role, you'll develop the electrical designs and studies that form the foundation of complex EPC projects - ensuring grid-compliant, safe, and reliable operation of HV networks and renewable systems. You'll work collaboratively with civil, protection, SCADA, construction, and commissioning teams to deliver designs that are technically robust, cost-effective, and practical to build. Key Responsibilities * Lead and deliver electrical design packages for HV substations, grid connections, and BESS projects (typically 11-400 kV). * Develop SLDs, equipment layouts, cable schedules, interconnection diagrams, and earthing/bonding designs. * Perform power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, harmonic, and stability analysis. * Support grid connection applications, compliance submissions, and power system modelling for DNO/TO/NGESO interfaces. * Prepare technical specifications for major electrical equipment (transformers, switchgear, cabling, earthing systems, etc.). * Liaise with network operators and stakeholders to ensure compliance with Grid Code, G99, ENA, and National Grid standards. * Provide design support through procurement, construction, and commissioning phases. * Conduct design reviews, manage deliverables, and maintain quality control via digital project platforms (e.g., Procore or equivalent). * Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure fully integrated project designs. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to improving internal design processes and technical standards. About You Essential: * Degree (BEng/MEng) in Electrical or Power Engineering. * 3+ years' experience in power system design for HV substations, grid connections, or BESS projects. * Strong understanding of HV/LV electrical systems, grid code compliance, and DNO/TO standards in the UK. * Skilled in power system modelling software (DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD, IPSA, or similar). * Familiarity with IEC, ENA, and National Grid specifications. * Experience working in an EPC or multi-disciplinary engineering environment. Desirable: * Understanding of BESS operation, control philosophy, and grid integration. * Knowledge of functional safety, interlocking logic, and commissioning activities. * Experience with digital design or project management platforms (Procore, BIM 360, Aconex). * Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working toward professional registration (IET). What's on Offer * Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. * Exposure to full EPC project lifecycles - from feasibility to commissioning. * Opportunities to work on some of the UK's most innovative renewable and grid-scale energy projects. * Ongoing mentorship, technical training, and chartership support. * A collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking team environment. ## Related Videos - [Building Products in the era of GenAI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/827-building-products-in-the-era-of-genai) - [Is HR dead? 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