Job Opportunities

A Fantastic Electrical Design Manager Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For An Electrical Design Manager

• Salary dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as an Electrical Design Manager means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. In return for your positive contribution, we will support you to obtain future qualifications and professional membership.

This exciting opportunity to join our team has been created because of our continued success and expansion within the marketplace, in particular the renewable energy industry. We are looking to recruit an experienced Design Manager to oversee the management of the Design and CAD teams; the role is diverse, challenging and rewarding.

The Design Manager will ensure that the department produces designs that conform to statutory requirements, meet the design specification and are commercially viable. You will be given the opportunity to practice and develop a wide range of skills including specification of HV primary equipment, design of protection and control schemes, reviewing and conducting simulation and modelling studies to demonstrate compliance. As the Design Manager you are likely to be a specialist in a subject area but will have knowledge across a broad spectrum of electrical disciplines.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but not limited to:

• Responsibility for managing the delivery of designs within agreed timeframes and to a high quality that reflect Powersystems reputation as high voltage specialists
• The ability to manage multiple design projects and prioritise conflicting project deadlines
• The ability to communicate effectively with clients, consultants and Project Engineers, to understand their expectations and justify your design decisions
• The ability to support the continued development of Electrical Design Engineers by providing technical guidance
• The ability to successfully manage a team of engineers and provide wider support for the project engineers for technical queries
• Ensure that all designs are designed for safety and are compliant with CDM and Health and Safety regulations, including producing design risk assessments, and effectively communicating risks to project engineers and construction operatives
• Producing standards for technical specifications for primary equipment and protection and control equipment for HV substations operating at voltages from 11 kV to 132 kV
• Prepare design packages for DNO contestable works and electrical balance of plant works (private works) from 11 kV to 132 kV
• Work closely with the in-house Design Engineers and CAD technicians to generate equipment layouts, cable route drawings, construction, and legal plans for new HV connections
• Manage and review simulation studies for generation connections undertaken by other consultants or carried out in-house, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with Engineering Recommendations, the Distribution Code, the Grid Code, and industry standards
• Attend sites for inspection and design purposes and attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests when required
• Build relationships with clients, and attend design and project co-ordination meetings with clients, their consultants, and DNO and TNO representatives
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and clients
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Gained relevant experience of high voltage electrical engineering design (11 kV to 132kV) within the electrical contracting or utility industries
• You will possess excellent technical knowledge and be able to apply this in a practical way
• HND / Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to Work within the UK without limitation
• Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with overnight stays

Desirable criteria:​

• A higher degree or post graduate qualification in power systems would be an advantage
• Have obtained or be working towards professional registration with the IET at IENG / CENG level
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Open to change, resilient and proactive

  Salary and benefits:

• Salary : competitive dependent on qualifications and experience
• Contributory company pension scheme​
• Private health insurance​
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme​
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business​
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme​
• Cycle to work scheme​
• On-site gym​
• Bristol Office free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Independent EOT Director Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

We Are Recruiting For An Independent EOT Director

We currently have 125 employees and became employee owned almost five years ago with strong ambitions for future growth.  We are now refreshing and rebalancing our trustee board and are looking for a second independent director.  This is an exciting time to join the EOT as we implement our plans for sustainable growth.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but not limited to:

• Represent the interests of employees as owners
• Protect the values of the Company over the long-term
• Provide advice, support and guidance to fellow trustees
• Contribute to discussions from a position of neutrality
• Ensure that the Company board understand their accountability to the trust
• Support the delivery of robust governance
• Bring expertise and knowledge of other business models, cultures, organisations
• Be able to think differently and challenge thinking in a constructive manner

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Considerable experience of participating in and leading balanced discussions in board meetings
• Experience of working in or with employee-owned businesses and
• Commercial experience of working in or with companies of a similar size and with a similar employee profile (both office and site based) and therefore have an understanding of the challenges the Company Directors face

There are currently four directors on the trustee board, three employee directors and an independent director.  The board meets regularly once a quarter and additionally as circumstances require.  Participation is usually remote and the time commitment for each quarterly meeting, include preparation and follow-up, is around eight hours.  This is a remunerated role.

For further information and to express your interest please email the EOT board at trustee@powersystemsuk.com by Wednesday 25^th September.

Please provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae to support your application for this role.

Note to agencies.  We do not use agencies as part of our recruitment process.  We ask that you respect this decision and not contact us on seeing this advertisement.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Site Manager Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For An Electrical Site Manager

• Hourly rate: £24.00 dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as an Electrical Site Manager means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. In return for your positive contribution, we will support you to obtain future qualifications and professional membership.

The purpose of this role is to effectively manage the site operations team to install and commission a diverse range of electrical HV projects for Powersystems. As Site Manager you will also need to take responsibility for ensuring all projects are installed and commissioned in line with Company procedures, within the agreed timeframe and with due regard to Health, Safety and Wellbeing.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but not limited to:

• Attend and provide input to regular meetings with Operations Manager to ensure efficient and effective management of site
• Prepare for and complete internal and external audits with SHEQ team
• Ensure all tools, equipment and materials are pre-arranged and inspected prior to arrival to site
• Ensure all tools, equipment and material are kept in good working order and any defects rectified in a timely manner
• Liaise with client and Project Engineer/Manager to co-ordinate all planned works
• Build and maintain relationships with our clients and supply chain partners
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​.

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• 3 years’ experience in a Supervisory capacity in charge of complex electrical installations or have exceptional technical skill, ability and experience beyond that of previous position
• Successfully completed and implement SMSTS training
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ relevant experience of electrical engineering within the electrical contracting or utility industries
• Able to follow business processes whilst managing multiple time pressured tasks
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable criteria:​

• Experience of work within the high voltage sector
• Experience of using Microsoft Office

  Salary and benefits:

• Hourly rate: £24.00 dependent on qualifications and experience
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Private health insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Learning and Development  Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Our aim is to ensure all our employees are supported throughout their career with us, and this includes learning and development. Are you looking to advance your career with the creation of a new learning and development function? Powersystems has already invested significantly into our employees’ development and are looking for the right person to take ownership of learning and development within our Company. Could you be the person to take it to the next level and beyond?

We Are Recruiting For *A Learning and Development Expert

• Salary: £30 – £40,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and permanent
• *Job title to be confirmed with successful applicant

We are looking an experienced Learning & Development (L&D) expert who is ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry supporting our team to connect to our future energy system, powered by clean electricity.  We want someone with impressive organisational skills and a passion for growing and developing our people to take on this exciting new role within a thriving business.

The purpose of this role is to develop an efficient and effective L&D function which supports all areas of the business from recruitment to retirement!

What you will do:

• Initially establish the L&D function – understand the current status and requirements of the business. Create a strategy to enhance our current provision to enable Powersystems to become a trailblazer in L&D within the industry
• Collaborate with Heads of Departments to identify L&D requirements and support the design and delivery of the best solutions for our business
• Take ownership of the creation of the apprentice and graduate development scheme to steer career progression within the company.
• Actively seek out industry trends, best practices and advancements in learning methodologies to continuously improve our L&D content and processes.
• Manage relationships with training providers and negotiate contracts within budget.
• Co-ordinate all aspects of formal training, including annual Training Week. This will include external, internal and online training, co-ordination of participation and evaluation of effectiveness/quality
• Verify and validate educational credentials for new and existing members of the team to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Maintain comprehensive training records and provide reports as necessary for ISO accreditation
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​.

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Proven experience with taking on ownership of learning and development especially familiarity with safety training requirements
• Great organisational and time management skills with ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
• Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of the business and industry
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Proficiency with learning management system (LMS) software and MS Office applications
• Experience of supporting apprentices and graduates
• Conscientious, innovative and great attention to detail
• Highly numerate and creative problem solver

Desirable criteria:​

• A degree in Human Resources, Education, Business or equivalent or a qualification in L&D.
• Experience within the construction industry.

  Salary and benefits:

• Salary £30-40,000 dependent on skills and experience
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Private health insurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic HV Commissioning Assistant Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For A HV Commissioning Assistant 

• Salary: £30 – £50,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as a HVCommissioning Assistant means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. In return for your positive contribution, we will support you to obtain future qualifications and professional membership.

This exciting opportunity to join our team has been created because of our continued success and expansion within the marketplace, in particular the renewable energy industry. We are looking to recruit an HV Electrical Commissioning Assistant. You will use your previous electrical experience and knowledge to provide support and assistance to Commissioning Engineers with the testing and commissioning of Powersystems installations. The role will involve travel within the UK and the willingness to work flexibly out of your standard hours as and when required. This role provides a great opportunity for career progression.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Working closely with the Commissioning Engineers to provide onsite assistance with commissioning activities including; point to point wiring verification, signal testing, fault finding and rectification
• Assist the Commissioning Engineers with onsite, pre and post energisation commissioning of substation equipment including transformers, tap-changers, switchgear, and protection relays to ensure Powersystems projects are delivered to the highest standards
• Liaising with the Commissioning Engineer to produce and develop commissioning plans.
• Plan and carry out electrical testing and commissioning work in a safe manner, always adhering to health and safety procedures
• Assist the Commissioning Engineer with the production of commissioning reports, test documentation and update drawings to as built status
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and clients
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Projecting a professional image to clients and colleagues
• Contributing to the future success of Powersystems and its clients
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Experience of substation electrical installation works gained from electrical contracting or utility industries
• Qualified / working towards electrician status with NVQ level 3 / City & Guilds qualifications
• Understanding of electrical engineering documentation such as wiring schedules, block wiring diagrams, electrical schematics
• Enthusiasm to develop understanding of HV commissioning works including: –
• Protection Theory / Principles
• Protection relay Configuration
• Primary and Secondary Injection testing Techniques
• HV Cable fault location and pressure testing techniques
• Soil resistivity and earth resistance testing techniques
• Willingness to attend additional training to develop technical skills for progression to technician status
• Flexible and organised to manage workload to meet deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work proactively as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to Work within the UK without limitation
• Open to change, resilient and proactive
• Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays

  Salary and benefits:

• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Approved Electrician Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For An Approved Electrician

• Salary: £19 -£20.24 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Job type: Full time and permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as an Approved Electrician means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. This exciting opportunity to join the operations and Installation team as an experienced electrician offers you scope to work on projects throughout the UK.  In return for your positive contribution, we will provide you with training, development, career progression and the opportunity to make a difference towards a carbon free future for all. Due to the nature of our work, candidates will be required to travel and stay away from home.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake site electrical installations including lighting and power, cable tray/ladder, cable installation and switchgear installation
• Carrying out Inspections and testing to both new and existing installations
• Being able to take the role as lead electrician on projects, reporting to the Site Manager and Project Manager
• Aiding the high voltage teams on larger site installations
• Mentoring and coaching less experienced staff and apprentices in developing their knowledge and skills
• Carrying out work in a safe manner, always adhering to health and safety procedures
• Taking personal ownership and responsibility of any company property entrusted to you
• Projecting a professional image to clients and colleagues
• Contributing to the future success of Powersystems and its clients
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Must hold a JIB approved ECS card
• Time served approved electrician having served recognised apprenticeship to 18th Edition
• Inspection testing (2391 or equivalent)
• Experience of working within the electrical power sector desirable
• Experience of working on construction sites
• Experience working on commercial and industrial installations
• Ability to work proactively on own or as part of a team
• Must hold a full UK driving licence

  Salary and benefits:

• £19-£20.24 per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Travel time paid, with overtime available
• Accommodation with overnight and subsistence allowance
• Fully equipped company vehicle, tools and equipment
• Company clothing and PPE provided
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Opportunity to help ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For A Leading Cable Hand 

• Salary: £16.70 Per hour depending on experience and qualifications
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as a Leading Cable Hand means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity.  In return for your positive contribution, we will support you to obtain further qualifications.

The purpose of this role is to effectively assist the Site Manager, Site Supervisor by leading and supervising the site cable installation teams to ensure the safe and efficient performance of works on site installing and commissioning a diverse range of electrical HV projects for Powersystems. Assist the site operations team with the installation of works. To take responsibility for ensuring all projects are installed and commissioned in line with Company procedures, within the agreed timeframe and with due regard to Health, Safety and Well-being. Due to the nature of our work, candidates will be required to travel and stay away from home.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Attend and provide input to regular meetings with Site Manager, Site Supervisor to ensure efficient and effective supervision
• Prepare for and complete internal and external audits with Site Manager and SHEQ team
• Ensure all tools, equipment and materials are pre-arranged and inspected prior to arrival to site
• Ensure all tools, equipment and material are kept in good working order and any defects rectified in a timely manner.
• Liaise with Site Manager and Project Engineer/Manager to co-ordinate all planned works
• Successfully complete and implement SSSTS course and be the main point of contact for the cabling installation
• Efficiently lead cable installation teams including assisting with the installation of cabling, earthing and testing
• Assist electricians, jointers and any other trade with general works.
• Attend regular site meetings and ensure progress is made on health and safety matters
• Carry out toolbox talks and daily briefings to staff
• Document site progress and report to Site Manager and Project Manager via Site diary.
• Proactively promote Priority No. 1 and encourage all staff to engage in safety reporting and awareness
• Monitor, manage and report on performance of staff on site
• Set out jobs/tasks from drawings and specifications and requisition the necessary installation materials
• Follow project programme and meet milestones dates, in partnership with Site Manager/Project Manager.
• Liaise with Site Manger/Project Manager to request required labour on site.
• Proactively identify and health and safety issues and remedy in a timely manner.
• Supervise and co-ordinate cabling works.
• Manage and maintain site pool vehicles
• Identify scope changes and assist Site Manager/Project Manager with quoting works
• Proactively suggest improvements and raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCR’s) as appropriate
• Identify any potential issues and delays
• Update as built drawings to highlight any changes to original drawings.
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of management documentation / administration duties such as QUIDS, etc.
• Provide proactive support and guidance to all parties on compliance with statutory requirements and Company standards.
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and clients
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• 3 years’ experience in installing cables of various types and methods. Supervisory capacity in charge of complex electrical installations or have exceptional technical skill, ability and experience beyond that of previous position
• Successfully completed and implement SSSTS training
• Minimum of 2-3 years’ relevant experience of electrical engineering within the electrical contracting or utility industries
• Able to follow business processes whilst managing multiple time pressured tasks
• Full UK driving licence

  Desirable:

• Experience of work within the high voltage sector.
• Experience of using Microsoft Office.

  Salary and benefits:

• Salary £16.70 Per hour dependent on qualifications and experience
• Contributory company pension scheme​
• Private health insurance​
• Company clothing and PPE provided
• Employee assistance program​
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business​
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Engineering Opportunity To ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For A Power Systems Studies Engineer

• Salary: £40,000 – £65,000 Dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as a Power Systems Studies Engineer means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. In return for your positive contribution, we will support you to obtain future qualifications and professional membership.

The Power Systems Studies Engineer is a new role within the company and as such you will be expected to define the strategy and methodology for conducting simulation and modelling studies to demonstrate compliance with relevant ENA Standards, Distribution and Grid code. You will work closely with the electrical design and project teams and will be responsible for producing and reviewing simulation studies for Powersystems UK internal projects.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Produce and review steady state compliance studies to include load flow, reactive power capability, P28 / P29 power quality, G55 harmonics, Insulation coordination, arc flash, protection coordination studies
• Undertake and manage simulation studies for generation connections carried out in-house, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with engineering recommendations, the distribution code, the grid code, and industry standards
• Review simulation studies for generation connections undertaken by external consultants, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with engineering recommendations, the distribution dode, the grid code, and industry standards
• Update and compile company standards to facilitate the production of in-house simulation studies. Setout the studies design process, templates and deliverables for system studies
• Contribute to the development of in-house design engineers by providing in-house mentoring and training
• Identify training requirements and suitable external training providers to ensure the continuous development of system studies engineers
• Provide technical support of our team of electrical design engineers
• Attend client design meetings (as necessary) in order to provide technical support
• Ensure that all designs are designed for safety and are compliant with CDM and Health and Safety regulations, including producing design risk assessments, and effectively communicating risks to design and project engineers
• Be responsible for managing the delivery of simulation studies within agreed timeframes and to a high quality that reflects Powersystems reputation as high voltage specialists
• Build relationships with clients, and attend design and project co-ordination meetings with clients, their consultants, DNO and TNO representatives as necessary
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and clients
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive​

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Candidates must have previous experience as a simulation studies electrical engineer within the electrical consulting or utilities industries. You will possess excellent electrical first principles knowledge and have demonstratable working knowledge of simulation software packages including Digsilent / Powerfactory, PSCAD, ETAP, IPSA
• Degree in electrical engineering
• Have obtained or be working towards professional registration with the IET at CENG level
• The ability to manage multiple systems studies projects and prioritise conflicting project deadline.
• The ability to communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and project engineers, to understand their expectations and justify your design decisions
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• The ability to support the continued development of electrical design studies engineers by providing technical guidance
• The ability to successfully provide wider support for the design and project engineers for technical queries
• Must be available to travel on work related business with occasional overnight stays.
• Full UK driving licence ​
• Right to work within the UK without limitation​

 Salary and benefits:

• Salary £40,000 and £65,000 depending on experience and qualifications​
• Contributory company pension scheme​
• Private health insurance​
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme​
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays​
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business​
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – Free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Electrical Design Engineer Opportunity To ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For An Electrical Design Engineer

• Salary: £40,000 – £65,000 Dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

We are looking to recruit an experienced Electrical Design Engineer; the role is diverse, challenging and rewarding. You will be given the opportunity to practice and develop a wide range of skills including specification of HV primary equipment, design of protection and control schemes, reviewing and conducting simulation and modelling studies to demonstrate compliance. We are flexible in our approach to the role, and you may choose to specialise or to work across a range of engineering and design areas, either way we will provide a supporting environment in which to develop as a high voltage specialist.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the delivery of designs within agreed timeframes, to a high quality that reflects Powersystems reputation as high voltage specialists
• Work across multiple design projects and prioritise conflicting project deadlines
• Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and project engineers, to understand their expectations and justify your design decisions
• Provide technical support for the project engineers for design queries
• Build relationships with clients, and attend design and project co-ordination meetings with clients, their consultants, and DNO and TNO representatives
• Ensure all designs are designed for safety and are compliant with CDM and Health and Safety regulations, including producing design risk assessments, and effectively communicating risks to project engineers and construction operatives
• Prepare design packages for DNO contestable works and balance of plant (private) works from 11 kV to 132 kV
• Work closely with the in-house CAD drafting team to generate SLD’s, equipment layouts, cable route drawings, construction, and legal plans for new HV connections
• Produce AC/DC schematics for protection, control, and SCADA panels, and liaise with our in-house panel assemblers on the construction of panels
• Select HV and LV cables and design cable routes using CYMCAP and Amtech software
• Prepare multicore cable schedules
• Manage and review simulation studies for generation connections undertaken by other consultants or carried out in-house, including load flow, reactive power capability, fault level analysis, power quality, and harmonic studies to demonstrate compliance with Engineering Recommendations, the Distribution Code, the Grid Code, and industry standards
• Attend sites for inspection and design purposes and attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests when required
• Project a professional image to clients and colleagues
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems and its clients
• Embrace and demonstrate the Company’s 5 Principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being; Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Gained relevant experience of high voltage electrical engineering design (11 kV and above) within the electrical contracting or utility industries. You will possess excellent technical knowledge and be able to apply this in a practical way
• HNC/ Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Full UK driving licence
• Have obtained or be working towards professional registration with the IET at IENG / CENG level
• Strong report writing skills and the ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner
• Open to change, resilient and proactive
• Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays
• Right to Work within the UK without limitation

 Salary and benefits:

• Highly competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• Car allowance scheme or company vehicle provided
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays, increasing with service
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities to lead towards chartered status
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – Free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic Electrical Project Egineer Opportunity To ‘Power the Transition to a Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For An Electrical Project Engineer

• Salary: Dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

This exciting opportunity to join our team has been created because of our continued success and expansion within the marketplace, and in particular the renewable energy industry. We are looking to recruit an Electrical Project Engineer; this role will involve travel within the UK and the willingness to work flexibly out of your standard hours when required.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Responsibility for effective project management and delivery across a diverse range of electrical HV projects including liaison with clients, consultants, and their representatives. Produce project construction programmes and manage activities to the construction programme. Attend site project progress, coordination meetings and undertake inspections / audits of site works to monitor quality and progress
• Manage commercial aspects of projects in line with budgets and forecasting budgets for financial reporting
• Ensure project compliance with health and safety adherence including strategic planning and management of projects, produce risk assessments and method statements and undertake safety audits
• Attend site project coordination meetings and undertake inspections and audits of site works to monitor quality, progress, managing commercial aspects of the project in line with statutory requirements
• Management of internal and external resource to ensure project goals and customer expectations are met
• Building and maintaining relationships with our clients and supply chain partners
• Manage in-house design and engineering teams to generate equipment layouts, designs, cable schedules, testing, and commissioning procedures
• Liaise with suppliers and manufactures on design, installation, and commissioning. Obtain competitive tenders from the supply chain. Attend manufacturers factory acceptance tests when required
• Attending pre-start and kick off and ongoing client meetings
• Purchase procurement for project
• Identifying and organising resourcing and logistical requirements for projects
• Organising project briefings for on site management
• Complete project review documentation
• Provide proactive support and guidance to all parties on compliance with statutory requirements and company standards
• Manage the interface between Powersystems, client / network operator commissioning and third-party engineers
• Project a professional image to clients and colleagues
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being; Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Minimum of 2-3 years’ relevant experience of electrical engineering within the electrical contracting or utility industries
• Experience with managing projects from a similar industry
• Able to communicate and influence at all levels
• Able to work effectively whilst under pressure
• Able to assess and identify compliance shortfalls or engineering opportunities within designs
• Able to plan-ahead and prioritise workload
• Able to follow business processes whilst managing multiple time pressured tasks
• Degree, HND in Electrical Engineering or similar field (or working towards HND)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Right to work within the UK without limitation
• Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays

Desirable criteria:

•  Experience of work within the high voltage sector
• Obtained or working towards professional registration with the IET at IENG / CENG level
• Experienced in management of teams of site personnel
• Open to change, resilient and proactive

 Salary and benefits:

• Highly competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications
• Car allowance scheme or company vehicle provided
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays, increasing with service
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities to lead towards chartered status
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site gym
• Bristol office – Free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>

A Fantastic HV Cable Jointer  Opportunity  To ‘Power The Transition to A Carbon Free Future’

Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage electrical engineering company. We specialise in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable energy generation. Due to our continuing success, we have a pipeline of work into 2025 and beyond.

Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

We Are Recruiting For A HV Cable Jointer

• Salary: Typical earnings of £60,000 dependent on qualifications and experience
• Job type: Full time and Permanent

Choosing a career in the renewables sector at Powersystems as a HV Cable Jointer means that you are connecting our future energy system, powered by clean electricity. For the right person this is an opportunity to join an established team in an exciting and progressive workplace. In return for your positive contribution, we will support you with training and professional development to obtain further qualifications or career path status and the opportunity to make a difference working towards a carbon free future for all.

Duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• To carry out HV cable jointing and terminations on 11 kV and 33 kV (Experience on higher voltages desirable but not essential)
• To carry out earthing and cable installations
• To help electricians and other trades on larger installations
• Being able to take the role as Installation lead on projects, reporting to the Site Manager and Project Manager
• Mentoring and coaching less experienced staff and apprentices in developing their knowledge and skills
• Assist with site breakdowns and investigative procedures
• Carry out work in a safe manner, adhering to health and safety procedures at all times
• Act as a competent person to receive safety documentation
• Take personal ownership and responsibility of any company property entrusted to you
• Contribute to the future success of Powersystems UK and its clients
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 – Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

Here’s what you need to be successful in the role:

• Experience of working on Construction sites
• Must hold JIB approved ECS card
• Experience working on Commercial & Industrial installations
• Ability to work proactively on own or as part of a team
• Must hold a full UK driving licence
• Proven attention to detail and able to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills
• A team player with a confident and enthusiastic attitude
• Right to work within the UK without limitation

Desirable criteria:

• Experience of working within the electrical power sector desirable
• Open to change, resilient and proactive

Salary and benefits:

• Highly competitive salary depending on experience and qualifications. Typical earnings of circa £60,000 plus p/a
• Potential of up to £3547.52 extra tax-free subsistence for staying away from home (based on 46 weeks staying away)
• Travel time paid door to door, with overtime available
• Company clothing and PPE provided
• Fully equipped company vehicle, tools and equipment provided
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programme
• 25 days annual holiday plus paid public holidays, increasing with service
• Benefit from company profit share as a partner in our business
• Great training and development opportunities
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Bristol on-site gym
• Bristol office – free parking, onsite parking, and electrical vehicle charge points

Powersystems is an employee-owned business and has a keen interest in the well-being and success of all its employees. We will encourage and empower you to be imaginative, share your great ideas and be involved in the future success of our business.

Everyone is welcome at Powersystems. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone has a voice and where you feel confident being yourself. We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We offer a positive and rewarding working environment, relaxed in terms of some of our approaches, yet highly professional with excellent support mechanisms in place to develop your knowledge and career.  If you believe that you have what it takes to power our future together then we wish to hear from you.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Next steps:

We look forward to receiving your application and we will be in touch shortly.

*Politely we ask no agencies please

To apply for this position, click here >>>>