Senior Lead Engineer

Senior Lead Engineer – Innovation & PlanningWe are the people behind Ireland's electricity grid.We operate the power system with world leading levels of variable non-synchronous renewable generation, ensuring that everyone has power when they need it.But that's not all: we are now transforming the power system for future generations.Our critical purpose is to transform the power system to enable society to reduce carbon emissions and meet our climate change and net zero ambitions.OpportunityWe have several opportunities for Senior Lead Engineers across the Transformation and Technology team at EirGrid Group.Creating a culture of continuous improvement that drives technical and process innovation is central to these roles.Successful candidates will play a key role in both driving and supporting transformative change across the team.TeamsTransformation and Technology Offshore Office (CTTOO) comprises highly skilled professionals from engineering, IT, commerce and policy, all committed to helping meet the ambitious targets for adding renewable generation to our network and the electrification of our economy and society.Future Networks & Offshore Strategic PlanningTeam vision is to plan the power system and market of the future.You will work collaboratively across the organisation and with stakeholders to transform the power system for future generations.Provide expertise and insight to form our vision of the future power system.Contribute effectively to complex projects, including carrying out high-profile studies related to the power system to investigate and understand the evolution of the electricity energy system in Ireland out to ****.Future Operations FunctionThe programme for operating the power system in **** is developing scenarios, options and optimum pathways.The work covers design and development of operational systems, tools, system services, standards and operational policies.Undertake steady-state and dynamic modelling, develop and operate online control centre decision support tools, and support operational policy development.Power System Insights & Research FunctionDrive the Innovation & Research strategy for the entire organisation.Work with internal and external stakeholders to carry out research and provide insights into technologies and trends important to the transition to a low carbon energy future.Lead engagement with research institutions and build research networks.About YouOur essential purpose is to transform the power system while maintaining a safe, secure and reliable supply of electricity.We value experts who continuously seek personal and professional development by challenging themselves to deliver their full potential in a purpose-driven environment.Qualifications & ExperienceEngineering degree with 6+ years of relevant experienceDemonstrable knowledge of power system planning and operation principles and in-depth understanding of the electricity industry, environment and contextExperience leading power system analysis using tools such as PSS/E, DSA tools, or equivalent, and/or market analysis using tools like PlexosKnowledge of wholesale power markets and market arrangements in the SEM, Great Britain and other European countriesExperience leading complex technical projects with multiple stakeholdersContinuous improvement mindset, making processes more efficient and transparent for technical and non-technical audiencesStrong analysis, judgement and problem-solving skills with ability to make decisions in a dynamic environmentExcellent organisational and stakeholder management skills, commercial awareness and strong track record of delivering resultsConfidence in guiding, persuading and influencing others with strong interpersonal and communication skillsProven experience mentoring and leading junior team membersExperience in process improvement, change management and automation of routine tasks, particularly using Python programmingEqual OpportunitiesEirGrid is an Equal Opportunities Employer.Seniority level: Mid-Senior levelEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries: Utilities#J-*****-Ljbffr