Senior Power System Consultant

2 weeks ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand PSC Full time
At PSC we're helping power a more sustainable world.

Our global team of electricity experts have been tackling the thorniest problems for some of the most prominent industry players for over 25 years.

By empowering people to make a difference and do the right thing, we help our clients and employees innovate and thrive in a rapidly changing industry.


Role Summary:

Essential Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Power Systems Manager, the Senior Power Systems Engineer will:

  • Carry out and lead technical studies, including load flow, short circuit and stability analysis
  • Develop capability in one or more other specialised technical areas, such as earthing, protection, power quality, electromagnetic transients
  • Mentor, coach and develop junior engineers
  • Manage deliverables, schedules and budgets for client projects and studies
  • Manage client expectations through regular communications and responsiveness
  • Prepare, review and sign off detailed technical reports
  • Develop consulting proposals and their components
  • Develop and deliver presentations to clients
  • Coordinate work flows with PSC colleagues around the world
  • Assist with resource planning and management
  • Support the Power Systems Manager in business development activities by presenting PSC capabilities to existing and prospective clients
  • Serve as technical lead and/or reviewer for consulting engagements within the Power Networks service offering.

Minimum Expertise:

  • Undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering is required, with higher degrees looked upon favourably
  • Expertise in power system analysis in generation, transmission and/or distribution systems with a minimum of 5 years of experience
  • Highly proficient, advanced users of PSS/E and/or PowerFactory and/or PSCAD network simulation software will be looked upon favourably, with proficiency in multiple packages preferred
  • CPEng and RPEQ qualifications desirable
  • Legally authorised to work in New Zealand

Preferred Expertise:

  • Ability to work to deadlines and exceed client expectations
  • Excellent presentation skills to represent PSC in industry forums, working groups and conference as well as client presentations

Opportunity Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Opportunity to join a very solid and growing global organisation
  • Become part of a team that values people, giving them the opportunity to develop their career direction


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