Control & Cyber Lifecycle Engineer

NATIONAL GRID; Warwick; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus tied to performance

Contributory pension

Share incentive plan

Flexible benefits

Job summary

National Grid in the UK is recruiting a Control & Cyber Lifecycle Engineer based at one of our offices (Warwick, Leeds, London, Bristol or Derby) with a flexible hybrid model. You will help shape substation automation, protection and OT cyber security, developing technical standards and asset roadmaps.

The role suits engineers with experience in Protection & Control or OT Cyber Security who want to broaden expertise while collaborating across disciplines; a degree in a related field is

Qualifications

• You will have a degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Cyber Security, or related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in electricity transmission, distribution, or critical infrastructure environments.
• Membership of, or willingness to pursue, a relevant professional institution.
• Experience in Protection and Control Engineering and/or OT Cyber Security, including standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support lifecycle management of substation control, protection and OT cyber assets.
• Contribute to engineering standards, technical specifications and guidance documents.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers and partners to assess new technologies and solutions.
• Support asset strategy development and technology roadmaps.

Skills

Electrical/Control Systems

OT Cyber Security

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

IEC 62443

IEC 62351

IEC 61850

Job description

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. So, join us as a Control & Cyber Lifecycle Engineer and find your superpower.

National Grid is recruiting an Control & Cyber Lifecycle Engineer - This position can be based from our Warwick, Leeds, London, Bristol or Derby offices. Offering a flexible hybrid working model.

Job Purpose

National Grid is transforming the way we manage control systems and cyber security across our transmission network. As a Control & Cyber Lifecycle Engineer, you'll help shape the future of substation automation, protection and control systems, and operational technology (OT) cyber security. Working within the Control & Cyber Lifecycle team, you'll support the development of technical standards, asset strategies and future technology roadmaps that ensure our network remains safe, secure and resilient. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with experience in either Protection & Control or OT Cyber Security who is looking to broaden their expertise and develop a deeper understanding of both disciplines.

What you'll do

• Support the lifecycle management of substation control, protection and OT cyber assets.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of engineering standards, technical specifications and guidance documents.
• Work with internal stakeholders, suppliers and industry partners to identify and assess new technologies and solutions.
• Support technical assurance and Type Registration activities for new and existing asset types.
• Contribute to the development of asset strategies and technology roadmaps.
• Analyse asset performance, risk and lifecycle information to support investment and replacement decisions.
• Support the delivery of cyber security requirements within operational technology environments.
• Contribute to digital substation and network modernisation initiatives.
• Provide technical advice and support to engineering, project and operational teams.
• Build strong relationships across the business and share knowledge with colleagues and stakeholders.

About you

We're looking for a motivated engineer who enjoys solving technical problems, influencing future engineering decisions, and working collaboratively across multiple disciplines.

You will have:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Control Systems, Cyber Security, or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience working within electricity transmission, distribution, or critical infrastructure environments (e.g. water, gas, rail).
• Membership of, or a desire to work towards membership of, a relevant professional institution.
• Experience in one or both of the following areas:
  • Protection and Control Engineering.
  • Operational Technology (OT) Cyber Security, including knowledge of OT cyber security standards and frameworks such as IEC 62443 and IEC 62351.
• An understanding of engineering asset management and lifecycle principles.
• The ability to analyse technical information and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A proactive approach to learning, continuous improvement, and collaborative working.

Experience in one or more of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Knowledge of substation automation and digital substation technologies, including IEC 61850.
• Experience of Operational Technology (OT), Industrial Control Systems (ICS), or SCADA environments.
• Asset lifecycle management within a regulated industry.
• Technology assurance, equipment qualification, or Type Registration processes.
• HVDC, FACTS, or other advanced power system technologies.
• Data-driven asset management and performance analysis.

We recognise that candidates may come from either a Protection & Control background or an OT Cyber Security background. We do not expect applicants to be specialists in both disciplines from day one. If you have experience in one area and an interest in developing expertise in the other, we'd encourage you to apply.

What you'll get

A competitive salary around £55,000 - £65,000 – dependent on capability. As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company 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.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 18th August. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

DE & I statement:

At National Grid, 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, offering flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. Our goal is to drive, develop, and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives, and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.