Senior Engineer - Innovation and Planning - Generic

Eirgrid Group

The Role

Overview

Senior engineer driving power system transformation, planning and market innovation.

Key Responsibilities

  • process optimization
  • efficiency
  • transparency
  • stakeholder communication

Tasks

-continuously seek out ways to improve processes to work more efficiently, while making it more transparent and easier to understand for both technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements

  • engineering degree
  • python
  • power markets
  • pss/e
  • plexos
  • stakeholder mgmt

What You Bring

-hold an engineering degree with 4 years relevant experience -have experience in implementing process improvement, change management and the automation of routine tasks, particularly using Python programming -have knowledge of wholesale power markets, market arrangements in the SEM, Great Britain and in other European countries -bring experience in conducting power system analysis using appropriate tools (PSS/E, DSA Tools or equivalent) and/or market analysis using tools such as Plexos -have excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills, commercial awareness and a strong track record of delivering results -demonstrable knowledge of the principles of power system planning and operation with an in-depth understanding of the electricity industry, environment and context -bring strong analysis, judgement and problem-solving skills along with an ability to make decisions and recommendations in a changing and dynamic environment.

The Company

About Eirgrid Group

-Operates and manages the electricity transmission grid in Ireland and Northern Ireland. -Ensures reliable delivery of power across both regions. -Plays a key role in the integration of renewable energy into the national grid. -A leader in innovation, focused on transitioning towards a cleaner energy future. -Supports the development of infrastructure for new energy sources such as wind and solar. -Involved in major projects to upgrade and enhance grid capacity and resilience. -Collaborates with governments, developers, and other utilities to advance sustainable energy solutions. -Notable for its work in facilitating the connection of large-scale renewable energy projects. -Also involved in energy market operations and system stability for a green energy transition.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Renewable Energy

Electricity Transmission

Electricity Grid Management

Wind Energy

Offshore Electricity Grid

Interconnector Development

Low Carbon Transition

Electricity Market Operation