Senior Engineer - System Operations
Senior Engineer - System Operations
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Job Title: Senior Engineer System Operations
Description:
We are hiring for our client a key organisation in the energy sector who are seeking a Senior Engineer System Operations to join their high-performing team in Belfast (Hybrid). This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of Northern Irelands electricity system operations ensuring secure and efficient real-time system performance and emergency preparedness.
The successful Senior Engineer will play a pivotal role supporting the delivery of complex operational activities including emergency planning stakeholder engagement and grid optimisation while working across both Irish and Northern Irish control centres.
Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:
High-Impact Role Make a meaningful contribution to the energy transition and the reliability of NIs transmission network
Excellent Benefits Competitive salary bonus private healthcare pension EV parking and hybrid working
Wide Scope Engage with emergency planning stakeholder coordination system reporting and compliance
The Role:
Provide operational support from year-ahead planning to real-time system performance
Contribute to emergency plans testing and readiness activities for control centres
Liaise with NIE Networks regulators generators and internal stakeholders
Support audit and compliance management related to operational activity
Deliver key technical outputs including reports guidance and briefings
Participate in high-profile projects across the transmission system
Monitor and report on network performance to ensure system security
The Person:
Engineering degree or equivalent with 4 years of relevant experience
Excellent communication analytical and organisational skills
Strong track record of working collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders
Experience in power system operations or a similar technical role
Ability to work independently and manage complex responsibilities under pressure
Desirable: power system analysis skills and tools (e.g. power flow software) strong MS Office proficiency
The Rewards:
Competitive salary based on experience
Annual bonus scheme
Private medical cover
Employer-matched pension
Hybrid working (3 days office 2 from home)
Flexible hours
Cycle-to-work scheme
EV on-site charging and free parking
Generous annual leave allowance
Next Steps Why Hunter Savage
At Hunter Savage our specialist recruitment consultancy connects talented professionals with career-defining roles. To find out more or to apply for this Senior Engineer System Operations job please contact Dominic Heron on or email .
We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on candidate volume and calibre.
Closing date for applications is 14 August 2025.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
