Staff Engineer, Power Systems

Role Overview

• Provide subject matter expertise on electricity distribution systems including medium voltage and low voltage networks operations, load behaviour, switching operations and control centre processes
• Lead the technical development and deployment of grid monitoring and analysis solutions based on advanced sensing platforms and high resolution data acquisition
• Apply innovative sensor technologies to improve real time network observability including; waveform analysis, harmonics, thermal monitoring and other advanced condition monitoring techniques
• Use strong understanding of network topology to support the development of analytics models fault detection strategies and situational awareness tools that enhance operational decision making
• Work closely with software engineering teams to ensure data is transformed into actionable insights through analytics visualisation and cloud based platforms
• Lead and support integration of VT Electron systems into customer Digital Twin, SCADA and ADMS environments ensuring robust secure and interoperable data exchange
• Define and document integration architectures, validation approaches and performance criteria for deployment within diverse utility environments
• Provide technical leadership and input into tender submissions including; technical specifications, compliance matrices, solution architecture, product configurations and deployment methodologies
• Represent Analog Devices in technical workshops customer meetings and clarification sessions ensuring solutions are aligned with customer operational and regulatory requirements
• Develop and maintain high quality technical documentation including functional design descriptions, installation guides, commissioning procedures, operation manuals and integration documentation
• Design and oversee system validation and acceptance testing strategies
• Develop and deliver technical training materials and sessions for both internal teams and customer engineering and operations personnel

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Minimum of six years working within electricity distribution systems including network operations and system integration
• Experience working directly with distribution system operators on digitalisation or network modernisation projects
• Field experience of primary and secondary substations in distribution networks
• Experience of technical tender responses and customer solution development within a utility context
• Proven ability to produce clear structured technical documentation and communicate complex technical concepts to both engineering and non-engineering stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with customers internal teams and senior leadership
• Willingness to travel as required to support customer engagements site deployments and technical workshops
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally
• Full driving licence

Tech Stack

• Cloud
• Electron
• Switching

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and innovative team environment
• Opportunities for career development and international exposure
• The chance to directly influence the manufacturing operations of a growing technology company