Power Systems Lead, Energy

Ramboll

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Bristol - UK

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 6 hours ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you ready to lead and grow a highperforming Power Systems team at the heart of the energy transition Do you want the scope to shape strategy elevate our technical offer and be clientfacing in the UK & Ireland TSO/DSO and renewables market If this sounds like you or youre curious to learn more then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Energy business as our new Power Systems Lead and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

Youll lead a highly skilled and dedicated team of power systems engineers delivering solutions for DSOs TSOs and renewable developers across the UK & Ireland while collaborating daily with our 300 global Power Systems experts and adjacent disciplines (e.g. offshore wind grid connections storage). Our Power Systems services span feasibility and concept to detailed analysis/design and owners engineering an integrated offer we position as an endtoend partner across the value chain.

We are growing significantly and youll have direct influence on defining and executing our strategy for the UK & Ireland market. You will both lead and grow an established team and be active in the market shaping our pipeline opening doors with TSOs/DSOs/developers and raising the technical bar for studies and design.

Your key responsibilities will be:

1) Technical leadership & delivery

  • Lead complex power system design and compliance studies: load flow voltage control dynamic and transient stability shortcircuit protection coordination harmonic/power quality and EMT studies
  • Design and advise on concepts for transmission and distribution systems (HV/MV) including offshore wind grid connections onshore substations and interconnections and industrial/private networks. Typical voltage range 10 kV33 kV132 kV275/400 kV525 kV (AC & DC)
  • Own technical assurance: define methods peer reviews quality gates and knowledge management for all studies; be ultimate signatory for key deliverables
  • Standarddriven excellence: ensure compliance with UK Grid Code/NGESO (NESO) EirGrid/SONI and ENA G99/G100 and relevant IEC/IEEE standards; steward model governance and data quality
  • Tooling leadership: champion bestpractice use of DIgSILENT PowerFactory PSCAD/EMTDC PSSE ETAP (and similar) and promote scripting/automation where appropriate

2) Strategy markets & business development

  • Shape and execute the UK&I Power Systems strategy with clear propositions for TSO/DSO connections grid reinforcement stability services renewables and storage integration and offshore transmission
  • Lead key pursuits and frameworks with TSOs/DSOs and major developers; craft winning narratives and pricing strategies and build zippered client relationships
  • Market presence: represent Ramboll at industry forums author thought leadership and cultivate partnerships (e.g. OEMs/contractors/technology partners) that complement our offer

3) People leadership & growth

  • Lead inspire and grow a diverse team (recruitment onboarding capability building succession planning)
  • Mentor technical specialists and establish development pathways (including route to CEng/CMgr) and crossGBAs collaboration (e.g. Wind Energy Strategy & Planning Solutions for Industry)
  • Foster an inclusive learning culture aligned to Ramboll leadership principles

4) Delivery excellence governance & ways of working

  • Establish standard processes for delivering and documenting studies (templates model libraries QA plans EMC and EMT study approaches and clientready reporting)
  • Own multiproject delivery governance (scope risk schedule margin and resource planning) and escalate proactively
  • Interface management across multidisciplinary projects (civil/structural protection & control SCADA/telecoms H&S/CDM)

About you

  • Degree in Electrical/Power Systems Engineering (or equivalent); Chartered Engineer (CEng) or nearchartership (e.g. IET)
  • Deep technical track record delivering (and reviewing) steadystate dynamic and EMT studies for grid connections reinforcements and compliance (incl. reactive power/voltage control faultridethrough stability constraints harmonics)
  • Demonstrable experience with TSO/DSO processes (e.g. NGESO/NESO EirGrid SONI) and ENA codes; strong understanding of UK & Ireland regulatory context and grid access
  • Proficiency in one or more core tools (DIgSILENT PSCAD PSSE ETAP) and an appreciation of model validation PSCAD EMT methodologies and protection coordination studies
  • Proven people leadership (mentoring recruitment performance) client leadership (frameworks major bids) and commercial acumen (scope risk margin)
  • Familiarity with owners engineering/LTA roles for BESS and hybrid renewable projects
  • Clear concise communicator able to translate analysis into decisions for clients and stakeholders
  • Experience in offshore wind transmission and onshore substation concept/design; exposure to HVDC and converterrich system behaviour (desirable)
  • Working knowledge of EMT/phasor cosimulation practices and digitialisation/automation of study workflows (desirable)

What we can offer you

  • Commitment to your development
  • Leaders guided by our Leadership Principles
  • A culture that welcomes you as the unique person you are
  • Inspiration from colleagues clients and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Ready to join us

Please submit your application and CV online. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Deadline: application deadline is 21st Feb 2026

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll

Ramboll is a global architecture engineering and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company founded in Denmark we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So thats where we start and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings Transport Water Environment & Health Energy Management Consulting and Architecture & Landscape. Combining local experience with global knowledge we help shape the societies of tomorrow.

Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Equality diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where when and how much you work. At Ramboll we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at with such requests.


Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

Are you ready to lead and grow a highperforming Power Systems team at the heart of the energy transition Do you want the scope to shape strategy elevate our technical offer and be clientfacing in the UK & Ireland TSO/DSO and renewables market If this sounds like you or youre curious to learn more th...
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  • Public Speaking
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