Power Systems Engineer
55AI USED FOR55%moving to93%
THE DOOR, NOWC
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £38,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY →
Power Systems Engineer
Power systems engineers design and manage the systems that bring electricity to homes and businesses. They make sure the power grid works safely and efficiently, and they help find ways to use renewable energy like solar and wind.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI is doing more of the routine, the core still needs you
AI already handles a real share, around 55% of the day-to-day tasks here, but the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That part is not going away. Get fluent with the tools, and lean hard into the part of the job that structurally needs a person.
Who hires for this
National GridThe National Grid is responsible for the electricity transmission network in England and Wales, ensuring reliable energy supply.SiemensSiemens is a global technology company with a strong focus on electrification, automation, and digitalisation in the energy sector.Scottish PowerScottish Power is a leading energy company in the UK, providing electricity and gas to millions of customers.Drax GroupDrax Group is a UK-based energy company focused on renewable energy and carbon capture technologies.EDF EnergyEDF Energy is one of the largest energy suppliers in the UK, committed to low-carbon energy solutions.