About the role

This is the time for action - we need to move at pace and reform our energy system - to deliver energy security, to tackle climate change and to protect our people.

As we build the projects that will make the energy transition happen, we're looking for a brilliant Power System
Development Experts in our Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit.

The Strategic Infrastructure business unit is just over a year old and is the growth engine for future transmission
infrastructure investment in National Grid. We are looking for a knowledgeable and experienced power system
development expert to join us on our journey to create the electricity network of the future.

You'll join National SI as a technical authority on the design and development of the onshore and offshore electricity system in
England and Wales. This means not only will you be supporting the technical challenges of today in delivering
electricity to millions of homes and businesses through our infrastructure, but also be at the forefront of
delivering the network that will help to decarbonise a nation and help to leave our planet in a state where future
generations can thrive.

You'll be recognised as a technical expert supporting the largest overhaul of the England and Wales electricity
grid in generations; ensuring that new technologies and innovative design strategies are consistently applied to
our evolving transmission network, whilst ensuring that it continually meets the needs of our customers,
consumers, and stakeholders. You'll use your breadth of transmission knowledge to competently challenge and
evolve existing practices, technologies, and designs to ensure a fit for future network design that continues to
deliver electricity safely, reliably and efficiently.

If you are looking for a new challenge and want to be part of a critical and once-in-a-lifetime plan to upgrade
our electricity network to meet net zero - come and join our Portfolio Development Team in SI.
You'll be welcomed into a positive, inclusive organisation that aims to become one of the most diverse,
equitable and inclusive companies of the 21st century.

"There is a real sense of excitement and clarity of purpose as we move towards Net Zero.
We're using this to transform the way we've always done things to make the energy
transition happen!"
Joseph Northwood, Director of Portfolio Strategy & Development, Strategic Infrastructure

About you

Educated to Degree level in electrical engineering (or equivalent), and preferably a higher degree or
qualification in power system engineering, you'll have a thorough knowledge of infrastructure development and
design issues involved in the planning and operation of electricity transmission networks.

You'll need an in-depth understanding of power system networks, and power system analysis, coupled with a
detailed knowledge of the assets and components forming the power system. This could be for both onshore or
offshore or both.

A comprehensive knowledge of the relevant industry codes and standards in the context of design requirements
and impact on network operation is essential, as is a strong appreciation of electrical behaviour and performance
of transmission systems in various conditions.

In addition, we're looking for someone with experience of the following:
• Working with external regulatory bodies, industry technical groups and customers.
• Building and sustaining relationships within a technically- focussed environment and across the
industry.
• Coaching and developing technical skills of professional engineers across power system topics.
• Presenting detailed technical information in a way understandable to non-technical audiences.

What you'll do

• Provide SI with technical guidance and support on the electrical designs underpinning our major investment projects, contributing to regional / national strategies.
• Provide the calm voice of reason on complex set of technical interactions as we develop projects for the future whilst also delivering the projects of today.
• Lead complex design discussions considering multiple complicated factors. These discussions can often happen at pace and may have significant impacts on £multi-billion projects
• Present and translate complex technical design issues into digestible materials ready for all types of audiences including the Executive committee.
• Lead SI technical representation on national and international working groups, seminars and conferences where appropriate across external forums (e.g. Cigre, ENA, etc.)
• Provide direct engineering input into the development of our network and digital capabilities, actively identify emerging risks on the transmission network (including those associated with introduction of new technology) and working with internal and external stakeholders, to determine their impact and potential mitigation

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £60,000 - £75,000 dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus of up to 15% of your salary for stretch performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About us

National Grid Strategic Infrastructure is a Business Unit created to propel our grid forward to deliver in 5 years, what has been achieved in the previous 30. By 2030 we aim to have 17 new major infrastructure projects live across England, Scotland and Wales.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we're thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future.
Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you'll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on 17th September , however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.
We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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