Control Engineer

Eclipse Power; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Eclipse Power Networks Ltd is seeking a skilled Control Engineer to manage energised live assets up to 132kV. The role requires strong technical and safety focus within a 24/7 environment, with some home working and on-site presence as needed.

You will contribute to safe operation, coordinate with DNOs and customers, and support incident management while maintaining vital network records and KPIs.

Qualifications

• Electrical distribution, transmission or renewables background.
• Engineering degree or equivalent (Degree/HNC/HND).
• Operational experience at AP or SAP level for HV/EHV networks.
• Strong safety culture and SSOW knowledge.
• Full UK driving license.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Ability to prioritise work to meet business needs.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Knowledge of the UK Distribution Code and Grid Code.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient control and operation of our operational networks.
• Follow Distribution Safety Rules and procedures.
• Review switching schedules, Permit to Work, Sanction for Test and access limitations.
• Monitor SCADA alarms and respond to abnormal conditions.
• Dispatch staff or contracted services to network faults.
• Review risk assessments and method statements for works.
• Provide on-call incident support as part of rota.
• Own the Approval to Energise process per project delivery.
• Maintain key documents such as Site Responsibility Schedules and diagrams.
• Maintain logs of network activity including abnormal conditions.
• Coordinate with upstream DNO/TO and downstream customers on RISSPs.
• Communicate with customers, providers and authorities.
• Work with HSEQ to ensure safety of direct and subcontract staff.
• Coach and mentor trainees.
• Lead during adverse weather events and resource planning.
• Monitor, maintain and report monthly KPIs for Network Control.
• SCADA commissioning for newly constructed EHV networks.
• Create and update policy and procedures for Network Control.

Skills

Electrical distribution background

Engineering degree

HV/EHV operations experience

SSOW safety culture

UK driving license

MS Office proficiency

prioritising workload

customer service skills

UK Distribution Code knowledge

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

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Control Engineer

Address

Spaces, 100 Avebury Boulevard,
Milton Keynes,
MK9 1FH

Position Details

Position: Control Engineer
Reporting To: Network Director
Working Days: Full Time – Monday-Friday. Participate in an on-call rota.
Location: Home – some presence on site, office as required
Salary: Competitive
Date: Oct-Nov 2026

About Eclipse

Eclipse Power Networks Ltd are an OFGEM licenced Electricity Independent Distribution Network Operator working within the UK energy industry. We design, own, operate and maintain extra high, high and low voltage electricity distribution network assets, providing power connections to residential, industrial, renewable and commercial customers across the UK.

We care about our people and the talents and personality they bring. We are continuing to strengthen our talent, leadership, training, and recognition for people as they are the core of what we do and how we operate. We have an inclusive culture where people are rewarded and recognised for their inputs, innovation, and customer-centric solutions. We also have fun at work and want people to enjoy what they do and what they are helping to create. To continue to do this we need strong diverse thinking and having people from a range of backgrounds, careers, and expertise help us do this.

Job Purpose:

This is a key role for managing our live assets that have been energised and adopted by Eclipse Power Networks.

The role requires a strong emphasis on the technical, operational and safety requirements for connections at all voltage levels up to 132kV so electrical distribution knowledge is key. The role is part of a customer focussed team to control and operate the network within a 24/7/365 environment.

Main responsibilities will include:

• Safe and efficient control and operation of our operational networks.

• Ensure all operations carried out on our network are done so in line with the Distribution Safety Rules and supporting procedures.

• Reviewing and consent of switching schedules, Permit to Work, Sanction for Test and limitation of Access.

• Monitor SCADA system and respond to alarms and abnormal conditions.

• Dispatching Operations staff or O&M contracted services to attend to network fault.

• Reviewing Risk Assessments and Method Statements associated with work being undertaken on our network/at our sites.

• Provide Control Engineer support to our on-call incident managers as part of an out of hours rota structure.

• Ownership of the Approval to Engergise process in line with the internal stage and gate project delivery process ensuring networks are safe to energise and come under Distribution Safety Rules.

• Ensure key documents are maintained and kept up to date such as BCA’s, Site Responsibility Schedules and Operational Diagrams.

• Maintain accurate records and logs of network activity, including abnormal conditions.

• Liaise with upstream DNO/TO and downstream customers for cross boundary management activities, including implementation of RISSPs.

• Communicate effectively with customers, service providers and local authorities.

• Coordinate closely with the HSEQ team to ensure all direct and subcontract staff operate in a safe and controlled manner.

• Provide coaching and mentoring to develop trainees throughout the business

• Take the lead role in adverse weather events ensuing the network, resources, personnel and internal administration staff are prepared for the event.

• Monitor, maintain and report monthly KPIs relevant to Network Control activity.

• Carry out SCADA commissioning (remote end) for newly constructed EHV networks.

• Create, review and update policy and procedures associated to Network Control.

• Report defects, faults and operational dispatch requirements into the EAM System.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

Essential:

• Electrical Distribution, Transmission or Renewables background

• Appropriate engineering discipline qualification (Degree/HNC/HND)

• Operational experience at AP or SAP level for HV/EHV networks

• Excellent Safety, Health, Environment appreciation and fully conversant with all Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) including DSR’s, to ensure the safe operation of the network

• Full UK Driving Licence

• Computer literacy with the ability to use Microsoft Office applications and tools.

• Ability to prioritise work activity to deliver business and customer/client needs

• Excellent customer service skills

• Knowledge of the UK Distribution Code and Grid Code

Desirable:

• Project/programme/activity management including financial responsibility for delivery at time and cost

• Excellent Safety, Health, Environment appreciation and fully conversant with all Safe Systems of Work (SSOW) including DSR’s, to ensure the safe operation of the network

• Knowledge of legislation applicable to owning operating and maintaining distribution networks

• Team working including across the wider business

• Customer Service / Contractor liaison

• Mentoring others within the team for their continuing professional development

We are looking for people who embody our personalities:

Friendly experts : When it comes to technical knowledge and experience, customers couldn’t be in better hands. We’re friendly, approachable and always eager to help.

Collaborative solution finders: We work closely with customers to find a solution that meets their needs in a way that’s compliant with standards.

Confidently flexible: We know the rules for every DNO. And we also know just how flexible we can be to interpret them in ways that save both time and money.

Naturally curious: In our book, there’s always a better way. We’re always curious to explore every avenue before we arrive at a clear solution.

Relentlessly innovative: Looking for new ways to deal with challenges is part of our DNA. If a conventional route is the best option, we’re not afraid to say it. But if there’s a way to do something more quickly, more efficiently or more cost-effectively, we’ll find it.

We strongly encourage applications from a variety of candidates – we believe that different experiences result in increased ideas, collaboration and success.