Job Description
Principal Power System Consultant (Innovations)
Location: North England
Salary: £65-£70K
Responsibilities:
- Client Consultation and Management
- Oversee and direct client relations, guaranteeing a high degree of satisfaction and providing customised solutions
- Offer clients professional guidance and insights on integrating renewable energy sources into the GB power system - Project Leadership
- Supervise and direct intricate consulting projects from start to finish
- Work in tandem with multidisciplinary groups to guarantee on-time and cost-effective delivery - Development and Planning
- Strategically participate in the creation of the company plans and innovation strategy
- Determine potential new business ventures and expansion regions - Team Management and Mentoring
- Guide, coach, and develop team members and junior consultants
- Encourage a cooperative and productive team atmosphere - Knowledge Sharing and Thought Leadership
- Keep up with changes and trends in the industry
Essential requirements:
- A PhD in power systems, or a comparable degree, or, in the absence of a postgraduate degree, at least five years of relevant work experience
- Proven track record in composing grant applications for research and innovation financing programmes, including Horizon Europe, Innovate UK, Strategic Innovation Fund, and Network Innovation Allowance
- Proven track of drafting BAU project proposals for both domestic and international clients
- Proven track record of managing a group of specialists to accomplish project milestones and composing project reports
- Proven ability to model and analyse networks using any commercial software programme, including PSCAD, DIgSILENT Powerfactory, IPSA, and others
- An understanding of the distribution and transmission networks in Great Britain
- Proficient communication abilities both in writing and speaking
- A well-rounded person who can operate both alone and collaboratively
Desirable requirements:
- Proficient in Python programming with pertinent experience in integration and continuous development
- Knowledge of creating and implementing web applications on Azure platforms
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps and Git version control systems
- A proclivity towards commercial awareness and proactive pursuit of novel business prospects
***UK candidates only***
If you or anyone in your network is interested, please reach out on LinkedIn or send your CV to jtomasik@vallumassociates.com