Senior Grid Connections Engineer (Energy)
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£58,700
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This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2123 (98% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,700, and WSP GROUP LIMITED is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, WSP GROUP LIMITED assigned 31 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2123 jobs, according to the Home Office.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2123 Electrical engineers Most likely code | £41,100 | £47,000 | £52,900 | £58,700 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
What if you could shape a career as unique as you?
At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.
A little more about your role:
We are seeking a Senior Grid Connections Engineer to support the continued growth of our Renewables Grid Connections team and the delivery of electricity network connections for renewable energy, battery storage, solar and wind projects across the UK.
Working alongside our Renewables Grid Connections Lead, you will play a key role in the technical delivery of grid connection projects from early-stage feasibility through to energisation. You will support developers, investors and project teams in identifying viable connection opportunities, navigating increasingly complex connection processes, and securing efficient pathways to connect new assets to the electricity system.
This role offers the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant renewable energy and energy transition projects while contributing to the evolution of grid connection strategies in a rapidly changing market environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Technical assessment of grid connection designs, compliance requirements, and connection strategies for renewable energy, BESS, solar and wind projects.
- Manage and coordinate grid connection applications, stakeholder engagement, and technical interfaces with NESO, DNOs, TOs, ICPs, IDNOs, OEMs and contractors.
- Conduct technical due diligence of connection offers, connection programmes and project development risks.
- Review and assure electrical designs relating to grid connection infrastructure, including substations and connection assets.
- Manage and review grid compliance and power system studies, including load flow, fault level, short circuit, reactive power, Dynamic and Transient stability, insulation co-ordination and network impact assessments.
What we're looking for you to demonstrate...
- Strong technical understanding of power systems and electricity network connections.
- Ability to interpret complex network and connection information to support project decision making.
- Commercial awareness and appreciation of project development drivers.
- Confidence working directly with clients and external stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs to programme.
- Collaborative working style within multidisciplinary engineering, environmental and commercial teams.
- Commitment to safety, quality and engineering excellence.
- Passion for supporting the UK's energy transition and net zero ambitions.
- A proactive attitude with the desire to help grow and shape an expanding grid connections capability.
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
Don’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.
Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
With us, you can. Apply today.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Electrical engineers (SOC 2123) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~36k in sample- Middle half £41,392–68,380
- Median £55,432
- Going rate £58,700
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £41,100–52,900
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. WSP GROUP LIMITED holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, WSP GROUP LIMITED assigned 31 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 2123 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2123 going rate of £58,700. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.