Principal Consultant - HVDC Studies

Principal Consultant - HVDC Studies

The energy transition needs deep technical insight, and at PSC we are driven to make a meaningful contribution. As a specialist consultancy to the energy industry, we apply practical expertise and independent thinking to the challenges of a rapidly changing power system.

Who We Are

PSC is an independent consultancy to the energy sector and has remained independent throughout a 30 year journey. With around 220 specialists globally and a growing presence in the UK and Europe, we balance international reach with a personal, connected culture.

You will work alongside recognised experts on projects that enable a more resilient and converter rich grid, with space to influence how work is delivered. Flexibility, inclusion and balance guide how we work. Your career should support your life, not overwhelm it.

Our UK offices are in Newcastle and Edinburgh. You are welcome to work remotely or from either office. If you are based further away, we support occasional travel so you can still build strong in person links with the team.

As a privately owned company, our focus remains on our mission, our people and our clients. Decisions are guided by long term thinking and a commitment to doing the right thing.

Why Join PSC

Make a clear and valued impact in a setting that encourages ownership, curiosity and collaboration.

We:

• Give you influence in shaping our expanding HVDC Studies capability
• Deliver technically challenging studies for clients across the UK, Europe and beyond
• Work at the intersection of HVDC, power electronics and system behaviour, where new questions emerge every day
• Foster an open, supportive culture where ideas are shared freely and expertise is respected
• Provide clear pathways for progression in a growing global business
• Offer competitive compensation and benefits including BUPA private medical insurance, life insurance and annual income protection
• This is a chance to play a central role in a high value area of the energy transition while helping build a specialist team.

About the Role

This role sits at the heart of our growing HVDC Studies capability. You will lead work that helps clients understand how converter based systems behave in real networks and what that means for design, performance and integration. Your insight will shape project decisions and support clients as they navigate an increasingly complex power system.

You will be a recognised point of expertise within the team and a trusted advisor for clients. You will help set study approaches, guide technical direction and support the development of our consultants as we expand this service line.

What You Will Do

• Carry out and lead specialist HVDC system studies for developers, TSOs and OEMs
• Build, test and refine EMT models using industry standard tools
• Analyse system behaviour and translate findings into clear, practical advice
• Collaborate with colleagues across other disciplines to provide integrated support
• Provide coaching and guidance to consultants in the team
• Contribute to proposals, scopes and wider business development
• Promote quality, learning and consistent ways of working within the group

What You Bring

• Strong understanding of HVDC systems and converter based power networks
• Hands on experience with EMT studies and associated modelling tools
• Ability to explain complex behaviour clearly to both technical and non technical audiences
• Interest in mentoring others and contributing to a collaborative team
• A proactive, thoughtful approach to problem solving
• Good communication skills and comfort working with clients
• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Chartered status is welcomed but not essential

At PSC we want work to enhance your life, not dominate it. You will have the freedom to manage your time while joining a team that values expertise balance and genuine collaboration.