Overview

Position Title: Power System Engineer

Company: National Grid

Location: Nottingham, UK

Job Description:

This role is based at our Warwick offices*, with the opportunity to combine with home working in line with our new hybrid working policy.

Responsibilities:

  • Electrical network modelling, database and display update, configuration, delivery, and management in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Planning and coordination of system changes in conjunction with internal and external stakeholders, including the Electricity System Operator (ESO).
  • Lead internal and external interface changes to ensure high data accuracy and timely implementation of changes to meet the needs of internal and external customers.
  • Support Connections and Commissioning teams with technical issues associated with SCADA database, display and interface change plan ensuring that all work is delivered on time and in full.
  • Ensure SCADA databases are maintained and meets all legal and regulatory obligations.
  • Ensure the performance, reliability and availability of the SCADA system meets agreed service levels through checking and testing, working with all stakeholders to resolve defects and issues.
  • Ensure that the SCADA team has a reliable and tested business continuity plan in place that meets NGETs requirements.

Requirements:

  • Critical National Infrastructure, risks and impact on SCADA performance
  • Experience in writing policy and control room experience
  • Knowledge of cyber security risks and NIS Directive regulations.
  • We are looking for passionate Power System Engineers with experience in network modelling and SCADA systems.
  • You will have the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively across businesses, you will have strong negotiating and dispute resolution skills, as well as strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make complex technical decisions within operational timescales.
  • An excellent technical understanding of power networks and models, coupled with strong analytical skills is key, as is extensive in-depth knowledge of database architecture and management, functionality and performance requirements.
  • You will possess a HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering, data science or numerate discipline or have equivalent experience.

About National Grid

National Grid is one of the world's largest utilities, focused on delivering energy safely, efficiently, reliably and responsibly. National Grid is an international electricity and gas company and one of the largest investor-owned energy companies in the world. We play a vital role in delivering gas and electricity to many millions of people across Great Britain and northeastern US in an efficient, reliable and safe manner.