Senior Engineer - System Operations

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

07458 160121

or email

dominic@huntersavage.com

.We reserve the right to heighten shortlisting criteria depending on candidate volume and calibre.Closing date for applications is 14 August ..... full job details .....