Primary Network Design Engineer

Job Introduction

An interim opportunity is available for a Primary Network Design (PND) Engineer based at our offices at Bristol in the South West, for a period of 18 months, subject to review.

The successful candidate will work within the PND team who are responsible for undertaking power system analysis and the network design associated with both new connections and reinforcement of the 132kV, 66kV and 33kV distribution network throughout National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), and for the provision of technical support to Network Services and other teams within NGED. The successful candidate will report to the PND Network Reinforcement & ANM Programme Lead.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual who can join us in developing our outputs to meet the ED2 & ED3 business plan targets including the need to ensure capacity is available for new connections, technology and changing demand patterns.

As part of our hybrid working approach this role offers a mix of office and home working. Hybrid working can only be considered once your initial training is complete and subject to business need.

• Please note the successful candidate may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

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Main Responsibilities

The PND Engineers in the team are responsible for various aspects of system design including:

• Design of network reinforcement schemes including the production of technical documents, justification papers, and capital sanctions.
• Assessment and design of new demand and generation connections, including the production of connection offers and management of customer schemes and design compliance.
• Assessment of the primary network for compliance with our distribution licence and associated engineering recommendations.
• Design and support the roll out and implementation of Active Network Management
• Design and support of earthing systems and power quality.
• Liaison with other departments within NGED, such as the DSO, Major Projects, Network Services, IT&D, Engineering Design, Telecoms, Policy and Consents & Wayleaves
• Working with external parties, such as Customers, ANM vendors, contractors, and consultants to ensure a timely, safe, and on budget delivery of schemes.
• Represent the Company on specialist groups or national working groups, as required.

Ideal Candidate

You should be self-motivated, take ownership and personal responsibility for your workload, and demonstrate a clear knowledge of the principles and issues associated with EHV and 132kV network design.

You must have the ability to present information in a clear and reasoned way and be able to communicate this across the business and to NGED stakeholders.

An open yet analytical approach to problem solving and good computer skills are also essential to the role. A familiarity with network analysis tools such as PSSE, IPSA or PowerFactory would be an advantage.

An Electrical engineering degree or equivalent qualification is desirable as is a full UK driving licence.

National Grid Electricity Distribution is committed to safeguarding the interests of the Company, colleagues and customers. This role is subject to a satisfactory Barring Service (DBS) check, depending on the role different levels of screening and vetting are required. Some roles require a triannual check.

About Us

We’re National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED), the owner and operator behind the electricity distribution systems for the Midlands, the Southwest of England and South Wales. Serving communities of more than 8 million people, our expert teams deliver heat, light and power for homes and businesses, working outdoors with underground cables, overhead lines and substations that operate between 230 and 132,000 volts.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. Our vision is to be at the heart of a clean, fair and affordable energy future and we are doing this in a fast-moving industry with an increasing focus on tackling climate change, exploring new energy sources which are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.