Power System & Product Development Engineer

Job description

Power System & Product Development Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 remote after probation)

Salary: £80,574 + 3% bonus

About the Role

UK Power Networks is seeking a Power System & Product Development Engineer to support the development of a smarter, more flexible electricity network.

This role combines power systems engineering with digital product development, focusing on building tools that support flexible connections, DER integration, and DERMS operations across the network.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development of smart grid digital tools supporting flexible connections and DERMS.
• Perform power system studies (thermal, voltage, fault level) to identify network constraints.
• Develop Python-based tools, data pipelines, dashboards, and APIs.
• Use GitHub for version control and collaborative development.
• Work with teams across DSO, Planning, Operations, and IT, as well as external partners.
• Support and mentor junior engineers and analysts.

Requirements

• Degree in Power Systems Engineering or similar discipline
• 7+ years experience in the energy sector
• Experience in power system analysis and operation
• Knowledge of DER integration, flexible connections, or DERMS
• Experience developing Python-based analytical tools
• Experience using power system modelling tools such as PowerFactory
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

• Postgraduate degree in power systems or quantitative discipline
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards
• Knowledge of Grid Code, CUSC, or electricity market frameworks
• Project management qualification (APMP / PRINCE2)

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Pension contribution up to 10% employer
• Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme
• Retail discounts and employee assistance programme

Please apply today!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English