Principal Electrical Consultant

Principal Electrical Consultant

Our client is a company working in the renewable energy sector. The position is available to candidates with relevant idustry experience. The work will involve all electrical aspects of renewable energy generation including design of projects, grid connection, and grid integration, as well as management of a team of engineers. There is considerable scope for the appointed candidate to develop their skills and experience and establish their own specialism within the company. The ideal location is Glasgow, however other locations will be considered.

The suitable candidate will possess the following skills:

• Good command of English with the ability to write clear and concise reports
• General computer skills
• Ability to undertake power system calculations
• An appreciation of electricity generation, transmission and distribution 
• Experience of grid connection of generation
• Experience of grid integration issues, regulatory and political affairs
• Experience with renewable generation

The candidate will be expected to take a leading role with calculations, reports, analysis and briefing documents, managing projects and clients, managing staff, developing company capabilities and business development.

The candidate will ideally hold the following qualifications:

• Electrical engineering first degree
• Relevant post graduate degree
• Demonstrable experience with renewable energy generation
• Membership of an appropriate professional body and chartership