Senior Consultant, Technical Advisory - Electrical T&D Expert
Core
Applying high voltage power systems background to grid and electrical workstreams for buy-side, sell-side, and lender technical due diligence, connection advice, and network analysis across generation, storage, interconnector, network, and large demand assets.
Role type
Senior IC technical advisory consultant (electrical T&D)
Builds
Technical due diligence reports, risk registers, red flag presentations, and connection/network compliance assessments for investors, lenders, developers, and utilities.
Domain
Energy & Resources / Electrical Power Systems / Grid Infrastructure
Required skills
high voltage power systems engineering, technical due diligence, grid connection processes, power system studies (load flow, fault level, harmonics), network constraints and curtailment assessment, electrical infrastructure review (substations, switchgear, transformers, cables), capital and operating cost benchmarking, industry-standard software (DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS®E, PSCAD, IPSA)
Preferred skills
network constraints and curtailment experience, GB connection and compliance regime knowledge, European market connection regimes, interconnector/HVDC/offshore transmission experience, connection charging and regulatory framework knowledge, network owner/operator engagement, automation/AI-enabled tools for technical assessment
Technologies
DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS®E, PSCAD, IPSA
Responsibilities
Review connection applications, offers, agreements, and ICP/IDNO arrangements; Assess grid code and connection compliance requirements (reactive power, voltage control, frequency response, fault ride-through); Review power system studies prepared by developers and third parties; Assess network constraints and curtailment assumptions; Review transmission and distribution infrastructure (substations, switchgear, transformers, cables, protection systems); Benchmark electrical capital and operating costs; Translate complex technical information into clear findings and recommendations for engineering and investment audiences.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC