Senior Lead Engineer – Networks

Company: Hunter Savage
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Location: Belfast
Job Description:

Senior Lead Engineer – Networks

Our client is seeking a Senior Lead Engineer to strengthen its Networks team as it prepares the electricity transmission network for future needs and supports the energy transition. In this senior technical role, you will lead complex power system analysis and help turn engineering evidence into clear recommendations for network and connection decisions.

Based in Belfast, the role offers a hybrid working pattern, with three days in the office and two days working from home. This provides regular opportunities to collaborate in person while retaining flexibility for focused work away from the office.

Top 3 Things to Know About This Job

  • Apply specialist power systems expertise to decisions affecting the electricity transmission network.

  • Work with a range of stakeholders across the energy sector.

  • Support colleagues through technical guidance, mentoring and knowledge sharing.

  • The Role:

    * Lead power system studies, including transient stability analysis and harmonic assessments. * Develop and maintain transmission network models, and improve analysis processes, tools and automation. * Contribute technical evidence to statutory and regulatory publications. * Prepare reports and recommendations for technical and non-technical audiences.

    The Person:

    * Degree in engineering or a relevant discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience. * At least five years’ relevant postgraduate experience in power systems engineering, network or connections planning, or a closely related field. * Strong knowledge of power systems and experience with power system analysis software, such as PSSE or PowerFactory. * Able to analyse engineering data, communicate findings clearly and manage multiple workstreams. * Knowledge of Northern Ireland’s transmission system, chartered status or a relevant postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.

    The Rewards:

    * Competitve Salary DOE * Permanent, full-time position. * Hybrid working, with three days in the office and two days at home. * Benefits include a performance-related bonus, private medical cover, pension matching, enhanced holidays and professional development opportunities.

    Next Steps

    For further information, and to apply for this Senior Lead Engineer role, please contact Dominic Heron. Visit our website for a full list of opportunities.

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    Salary is usually negotiable, salary details listed are to be used as a guide and are based on factors such as your experience and expertise.

    Skills:Lead Engineer Senior Engineer Lead Power Systems Engineer Senior Power Engineer Lead Electrical Engineer

    Benefits:Work From Home

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    Posted: October 6th, 2026