DSO Energy Analyst

National Grid Electricity Distribution; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme (double-match up to 12%

Private healthcare

Free on-site parking

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution is seeking a DSO Energy Analyst to join the Curtailment Forecasting Team. The role focuses on producing curtailment assessments, managing datasets and developing data products for customer self-service tools.

Based in Bristol, Cardiff, Tipton or Castle Donnington, with hybrid working after training. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, experience with SQL and Python (Pandas), and a good grasp of data management.

Qualifications

• Experience with data extraction, processing, analysis and storage.
• Strong analytical problem-solving with data.
• Experience communicating findings to technical and non-technical audiences.

Responsibilities

• Produce curtailment assessments for customers leveraging ANM tools.
• Maintain and analyze curtailment datasets with time-series data.
• Coordinate information across DSO, ANM and Primary Network Design teams.
• Develop and enhance curtailment data products published through the DSO Data Portal.
• Drive continuous improvement in curtailment processes and data management.

Skills

SQL

Python (Pandas)

Excel

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

HNC or equivalent

Tools

SQL

Job description

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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.

National Grid employs over 29,000 people worldwide. We are building an inclusive workplace, a place to actively celebrate the cultures, personalities and preferences of our colleagues – who in turn help to build the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. 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 that are renewable, low carbon, and improve efficiency to meet demand.

Job Introduction

An opportunity has arisen for a DSO Energy Analyst within the Curtailment Forecasting Team.

The DSO Curtailment Forecasting team is responsible for the production of curtailment reports and tooling, publication of curtailment data and the development of online self-serve tools for our customers.

This role will report to the DSO Curtailment Forecasting Manager within the DSO System Models & Data department and based at Bristol, Cardiff, Tipton or Castle Donnington but other locations will also be considered.

The team support hybrid working, which will be available to the successful candidate once initial training is complete and subject to business need.

You should hold an HNC (or equivalent qualification) in a discipline that demonstrates strong analytical and quantitative reasoning skills.

Evidence of your qualification certificates will be required prior to appointment.

Depending on experience, you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

Main Responsibilities

• Produce curtailment assessments for customers connecting to the distribution network with connections managed by Active Network Management (ANM). This involves use of specialist engineering tools to calculate curtailment.
• Manage, analyse and maintain curtailment datasets, including manipulation of time-series data, trend analysis, collation of historical and forecast outage information, and management of curtailment limits, ensuring data quality, accuracy and traceability.
• Coordinate curtailment-related information and requests across DSO, ANM and Primary Network Design teams, including management of report requests and LIFO queues, while supporting stakeholders in the interpretation and application of curtailment data.
• Develop and enhance curtailment data products, including datasets published through the DSO Data Portal, enabling customers to undertake their own analysis and improving the accessibility and transparency of network information.
• Drive continuous improvement in curtailment processes and data management, supporting automation, investigating and resolving data issues, collaborating with data owners to improve data quality and system integration, and contributing to wider business initiatives as required.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a self-motivated and inquisitive individual with strong analytical skills and an interest in working with data to solve complex problems. You should have a good understanding of data management principles, including data extraction, processing, analysis and storage, and be comfortable identifying and resolving issues arising from incomplete or anomalous data.

Experience of data analysis and manipulation using tools such as SQL and Python (particularly Pandas) is highly desirable. Knowledge of electrical networks, power system modelling or the energy sector would be advantageous.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. You should be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word, with experience of working with large datasets or database systems desirable.

You will be organised, reliable and capable of managing your own workload while working effectively as part of a collaborative team. Strong numeracy, written communication and stakeholder engagement skills are essential, together with experience of producing reports, presentations or other published outputs.

Interviews will take place for those shortlisted on either Friday 20 November or Wednesday 25 November.

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.

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About The Company

Joining the UK’s leading electricity distribution business means plenty of career opportunities and well-deserved recognition. We reward hard work and encourage ambition. So, as well as a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 26 days paid leave plus 8 bank holidays, up to 28 days with continuous service
• Competitive contributory pension scheme (we double match your contributions up to a maximum of 12%)
• Annual Share Save plan
• Contributory private healthcare scheme for you and your family
• Support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletal and physiotherapy services
• Free on-site parking at all our main sites

Things you need to know

As an equal opportunities employer who is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, we celebrate individual difference and are actively bringing in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture. If you require additional support to complete your online application, please email [e-mail]

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

Recruitment correspondence is usually sent by email, please check your email account including spam/junk folders regularly after the closing date.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should sufficient numbers of suitable applications be received, so it would be best to apply as soon as you can.