Senior Engineer

3 weeks ago

Belfast, Ireland Hunter Savage Full time
Job Title: Senior Engineer - System Operations Description: We are hiring for our client, a key organisation in the energy sector, who are seeking a Senior Engineer - System Operations to join their high-performing team in Belfast (Hybrid).

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of Northern Ireland's electricity system operations, ensuring secure and efficient real-time system performance and emergency preparedness.

The successful Senior Engineer will play a pivotal role supporting the delivery of complex operational activities, including emergency planning, stakeholder engagement, and grid optimisation - while working across both Irish and Northern Irish control centres.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job: High-Impact Role - Make a meaningful contribution to the energy transition and the reliability of NI's transmission network Excellent Benefits - Competitive salary + bonus, private healthcare, pension, EV parking, and hybrid working Wide Scope - Engage with emergency planning, stakeholder coordination, system reporting, and compliance The Role: Provide operational support from year-ahead planning to real-time system performance Contribute to emergency plans, testing, and readiness activities for control centres Liaise with NIE Networks, regulators, generators, and internal stakeholders Support audit and compliance management related to operational activity Deliver key technical outputs including reports, guidance, and briefings Participate in high-profile projects across the transmission system Monitor and report on network performance to ensure system security The Person: Engineering degree or equivalent with 4+ years of relevant experience Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills Strong track record of working collaboratively with internal/external stakeholders Experience in power system operations or a similar technical role Ability to work independently and manage complex responsibilities under pressure Desirable: power system analysis skills and tools (e.g., power flow software), strong MS Office proficiency The Rewards: Competitive salary based on experience Annual bonus scheme Private medical cover Employer-matched pension Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 from home) Flexible hours Cycle-to-work scheme EV on-site charging and free parking Generous annual leave allowance Next Steps - Why Hunter Savage? At Hunter Savage, our specialist recruitment consultancy connects talented professionals with career-defining roles.

To find out more or to apply for this Senior Engineer - System Operations job, please contact Dominic Heron on or email.

We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on candidate volume and calibre.

Closing date for applications is 14 August 2025.

Skills: Power Systems Engineer Senior Systems Engineer Senior Electrical Engineer Systems Engineer Benefits: Work From Home

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