Lead Consultant
Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom
A Snapshot of your Day
Are you ready to lead the charge in shaping the future of the energy landscape? We are seeking a Lead Consultant for Market Application to be at the forefront of revolutionizing the power infrastructure, driving innovation, and ensuring sustainable, efficient energy solutions.
External Job Description
We are a global team of experienced professionals dedicated to helping our customers navigate the ever‑evolving energy landscape and specialise in providing innovative solutions for complex challenges in the field of energy generation, transmission and storage. Unlike other consulting companies, our OEM domain knowledge allows us to provide a more comprehensive solution to grid‑related challenges.
How You’ll Make an Impact
* Provide strategic advice on the application of the latest technologies to customers and guide them through their transition into new markets.
* Support throughout the opportunity development and bidding process, including the evaluation of potential opportunities and shaping our consulting scopes and services with customers up to proposal development and negotiation.
* Guide on new technologies and markets.
* Forge strong partnerships with governmental & regulatory bodies, associations, industry leaders and key stakeholders to position Siemens Energy as a trusted partner for grid consulting services in the region.
* Participate in conferences and association meetings to stay up‑to‑date with the latest developments in technology & market trends.
* Guide customers on the potential benefits and risks of adopting new technologies and entering new markets.
* Develop strategies and plans to help customers navigate challenges and opportunities associated with new technologies and markets.
* Development of study scopes & concepts:
o Help customers define study scopes and concepts that align with their business objectives and regulatory requirements.
o Provide expert advice on industry best practices and emerging trends.
o Ensure that study scopes and concepts are technically sound and economically feasible.
* Guidance on the Opportunity & Offer Development Process:
o Review & analyse customer RFI/RFP documents and drive bid decision in alignment with the business development and sales teams.
o Provide expert advice on pricing strategies, risk evaluation and value proposition development.
o Develop and implement strategies to negotiate deal terms and execute contracts.
o Drive performance of the regional business development effectively, providing sound and reliable financial forecasting & planning.
What You Bring
* Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or higher.
* 8 or more years of relevant professional experience in consulting within the energy sector and industry, with a demonstrated successful track record of a consulting project portfolio.
* Advanced knowledge and experience in transmission planning and operational studies (100 kV – 400 kV) and power system performance analyses including steady‑state analysis, dynamic stability, voltage stability, protection coordination and control system.
* Deep understanding of TSO new‑resource application approval processes and grid planning considerations, and relevant experience working and communicating with TSOs, DSOs, utilities and developers.
* Advanced skills in power electronic applications (HVDC, STATCOM, electrolyzer, etc.), power transmission systems, grid‑code compliance and new‑resource commercial development.
* Knowledge of renewable generation such as wind and solar.
* Appreciation of electrical balance‑of‑plant and industrial power supply concepts is a plus.
* An analytical and strategic mindset, always eager to explore and implement innovative solutions within a consulting environment.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders; proficiency in English is required.
* Flexibility to travel as needed, up to 40 %.
* Applicants must be legally authorised for employment in the United Kingdom without need for current or future employer‑sponsored work authorisation. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.
About The Team
We at Digital Grid are committed to shaping the grid of the future. Our comprehensive digital portfolio offers products and services at all levels, from individual components to the entire grid infrastructure. With a focus on digitalisation, we enable our clients to optimise their grid operations, increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Who is Siemens Energy?
At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 92 000 dedicated employees, we generate electricity for over 16 % of the global community and use our technology to help protect people and the environment.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity or disability. We energise society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Research
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