Electrical Energy Engineer

Electrical Energy Engineer

Got a flair for the complex? Buro Happold's Energy Consulting team are looking for a Electrical Energy Engineer to join our vibrant and friendly team based in Bengaluru.

At Buro Happold, we’re passionate about creating a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable built environment. Our Energy team sits at the heart of this mission, helping clients navigate the transition to low‑carbon systems, optimise energy infrastructure, and deliver innovative solutions across a wide range of sectors. Our electrical discipline area is integral to our offers as we see an increasing need to electrify our systems.

We are now looking for an Electrical Energy Engineer to join our growing team and play a key role in shaping the next generation of energy systems.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role:

We are one of the few consultant Energy teams that offer opportunities to work at the full scale of projects both nationally and internationally, including, for example:

• Spatial analytics using innovative techniques in mapping and big data including spatial energy planning and/or Local Area Energy Planning
• Energy feasibility studies and design, re-configuring the way we generate, distribute and use energy.
• Campus and major site masterplanning studies, systems; modelling, designing and helping our clients transition their estates to net zero carbon. 
• Campus, and city-wide electrical infrastructure assessments for university and city council clients to enable future upgrade, facilitating decarbonisation such as electrification of heat, transport, and power generation systems.
• Specific projects are likely to include district energy projects and masterplan development including energy centre design, and electrical distribution network design.

As an Electrical Energy Engineer, you will support the development of electrical systems and energy infrastructure projects from early‑stage feasibility through to detailed design.

• Contribute to live projects from the start and have responsibilities and deadlines; advise clients, other engineers, architects and urban planners on holistic solutions
• Design and development of medium‑voltage (MV) electrical systems, including substations, switchgear, transformers, and distribution networks with high voltage (HV) and low voltage (LV) interfacing.
• Deliver substation design from RIBA Stages 1–3
• Undertake feasibility studies, optioneering, and business case development for electrical infrastructure and energy systems.
• Load calculations, future demand estimations, switchgear sizing, cable sizing, transformer sizing, substation sizing, and spatial design.
• Work alongside experienced engineering colleagues and attend client meetings
• Make an impact and manage your workload
• Prepare reports and presentations to develop design concepts. 
• Think 'outside the box' to demonstrate creativity and diversity when approaching engineering problems to arrive at workable solutions
• Engage in Energy team activities so you feel ownership for its success; being at the centre of our online presence and technical development.

Your skills and experience

• Degree level, or equivalent, in electrical/power systems engineering or related discipline
• Demonstrable expertise in electrical system design typically in medium voltage (MV) levels with low voltage (LV) interfacing
• Ability to manage themselves effectively across multiple projects including project and programme management skills
• Strong numerical analysis and modelling skills
• Familiarity with network modelling and energy system modelling techniques
• Familiarity with power systems analysis software (eg. ETAP, DIgSILENT, SKM).
• Ability to interpret client requirements and follow instruction from project leaders and project directors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, ability to communicate technical subjects to technical and non-technical audiences; confidence in presenting to external audiences.
• Initiative and ability to work autonomously
• Strong problem-solving skills coupled with the ability to remain calm when working to tight deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to apply systems approach to complex problems.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to learn from senior colleagues.
• Enthusiasm for contributing to the energy transition and developing technical expertise.

Desirable skills

• Exposure to private wire networks, industrial electrical systems, or campus energy systems beneficial.
• An understanding of the interface requirements of electrical systems in low carbon system design e.g., storage, renewables, low carbon heating, demand side response, electric vehicles and energy efficiency

• Experience liaising with third party and internal stakeholders including organising and leading workshops.
• An appetite to develop external relationships in the industry.
• Experience of working in client facing roles.
• Experience of utility providers systems and applications process.
• Skills including a track record of successful project delivery for a range of client types.

What we offer you

Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies.

• Competitive salary and benefits package including Annual Discretionary Bonus, Comprehensive Health Insurance Scheme for both you and your family, Group Personal Accident Cover
• Our 5-day workweek policy supports work-life balance, ensuring you have time to relax and recharge.
• A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you  
• Benefit from our Employee Referral Bonus, rewarding you for bringing talented candidates into our fold
• A commitment to your wellbeing through a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) and wellness initiatives designed to support your mental and physical health
• Back to Work Program for Women - Swam Siddha - We're committed to empowering women, facilitating seamless re-entry into the workforce through our dedicated program
• Engage with our vibrant community through the Young Employees Forum, Diversity and Inclusion Forum, and BH Women's Network, fostering a supportive and diverse workplace culture
• Make a difference in the world with our Share Our Skills (SOS) program, offering opportunities to support local communities and those in need globally.
• An International Culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional.  

Join us to find out what you’re capable of.

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 A place for everyone

Buro Happold values an individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.   

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds, and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. 

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing differences allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.