Hybrid Power Engineering Lead

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About the role

  • Power Engineering Lead responsible for deploying AI-driven grid analytics for utilities. Engaging in technical consulting and commercial operations across UK and Europe.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as an in-house subject matter expert on power distribution systems (distribution networks, LV/MV grid operation, grid modernisation).
  • Provide technical leadership for customer teams transitioning to Gridsight-powered workflows, ensuring implementations are robust, compliant, and designed for long-term scalability.
  • Play a central role in commercial discovery, helping identify utilities that can build strong internal cases for adopting Gridsight.
  • Develop and deliver compelling product demonstrations, technical workshops, and proof-of-concept engagements that clearly communicate the operational and commercial value of the Gridsight platform.
  • Support the commercial team in preparing bids, tenders, RFIs/RFPs, innovation funding applications, and partner proposals, ensuring high-quality technical contributions.
  • Act as the technical authority on customer calls, influencing decision-makers and helping progress opportunities through the sales pipeline.
  • Foster long-term customer relationships by proactively monitoring platform usage, offering optimisation strategies, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
  • Lead the end-to-end technical onboarding process for new utility customers, ensuring seamless deployment and configuration of Gridsight’s platform.
  • Work closely with customers to understand their network characteristics, operational requirements, and compliance obligations, tailoring onboarding and workflow configurations accordingly.
  • Oversee data migration, integration with third-party systems, and performance monitoring for smooth day-to-day operation.
  • Partner with sales, client success, product, and engineering to continually improve the platform implementation and customer onboarding process.
  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to feed in UK/EU market requirements, influencing the roadmap and advocating for features that improve commercial competitiveness.
  • Advise customers on best practices for data management, engineering analytics, digital workflows, and the optimal use of AI-driven insights.
  • Identify opportunities for additional value-added services, expanded deployments, and product enhancements based on customer feedback and emerging regulatory/market trends.
  • Represent Gridsight at UK/EU industry groups, conferences, webinars, and technical forums, contributing to conversations around flexibility markets, LV visibility, orchestration, and AI in power systems.
  • Co-develop and present case studies, white papers, and technical insights that position Gridsight as a leader in grid digitalisation and advanced analytics.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders — from engineering managers to regulatory/strategy leaders — influencing grid modernisation strategies and articulating the commercial and operational benefits of Gridsight’s solutions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
  • 5 - 10 years of experience in power systems engineering, distribution planning, or a related field within utilities or energy technology.
  • Demonstrated success in project management within the utilities or energy.
  • Hands-on experience with advanced power system modeling tools (e.g., PowerFactory, CYME, PSS/E) and cloud-based SaaS technologies (AWS, Azure) is a plus.
  • Strong expertise in distribution system planning or DER integration with system integration, APIs, data management, and scripting languages (e.g., Python, SQL) for data processing.
  • Understanding of regulations and emerging trends in energy markets.
  • Knowledge of AI/ML applications in power systems is advantageous.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
  • Proven problem-solving abilities and a self-starter mentality, comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Effective project management skills, with a track record of coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring on-time, high-quality deliverables.

Benefits

  • Highly competitive salary and equity package
  • Flexible, hybrid working environment with a high performing, mission-driven team.

Job title

Power Engineering Lead

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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