Electrical Distribution 11kV Network Planner

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an 11 kV Network Planner to join their team in Northampton. This role involves designing and managing electrical distribution projects, ensuring compliance with technical standards, and providing exceptional service to clients. The successful candidate will work closely with engineers to reinforce and automate network systems while conducting load flow and fault level analysis. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, this company offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions will directly impact the energy future. If you are analytical, adaptable, and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 City & Guilds 2339 or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with network modelling and analysis is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project design, costing, and quoting for 11kV networks.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare technical reports for new connections.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Project Design

Costing and Quoting

Network Modelling

Education

Level 3 City & Guilds 2339

HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Tools

Crown

Des/Emu

Windebut

HV Genie

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Electrical Distribution 11kV Network Planner, Northampton

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Client:

Western Power Distribution

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

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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.

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

Planners design our network and work with our Engineers to construct, reinforce, alter and replace our equipment. As you can imagine, the pace is fast, and if you join us, our customers will trust you to provide excellent service and minimise any impact.

Right now we are looking for an 11 kV Planner to join us at Northampton working across both the Northampton and Milton Keynes areas.

You will be required to hold a Level 3City & Guilds 2339 (or equivalent qualification deemed to be at the same level)in order to apply.

If not already attained the successful candidate will be required to undertake HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering.

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

Main responsibilities

You’ll be hands-on, responsible for project design, costing and quoting and the Design of 11kV network reinforcement/replacement and automation schemes including load flow and fault level analysis.

• Connection design to include feasibility studies, budget quotes or firm quotations for new loads including embedded generation and for new connections with significant disturbing loads or non-linear characteristics.
• Progressing of necessary consents for accepted quotations, preparation of technical reports, capital sanctions, connection offers, plant & meter orders and connection & responsibility agreements and the updating of CROWN routing and tracking.
• Design of 11kV network reinforcement/replacement and automationschemes including load flow and fault level analysis.
• Technical Support and coordination with Network Services planners in your area.
• Coordination with Primary Design on 33kV schemes.
• Annual collation of anticipated future load connection data to support preparation of Long Term Development Statements & Load Forecasts by Primary System Design
• On-site Power Quality measurements to establish background harmonic or flicker values.
• Negotiate and arrange necessary Wayleaves, Easements and Site Acquisitions.

You should have an analytical mind, with a methodical approach to problem solving, the ability to present information in a clear and reasoned way and be able to confidently deal with customers including Architects, Developers and Businesses.

Experience of network modelling and analysis and the use of Crown, Des/Emu, Windebut, HV Genie and other design tools as required would be an advantage.

A valid driving licence is required for this position as you will need to be mobile throughout the area, also a flexible attitude is essential as you may be asked to undertake other duties to assist the team in meeting it's objectives.The opportunity may arise to undertake standby duties and operational authorisations and experience would be of benefit.

Applicants may not currently possess the full range of skills required to carry out the role but should have the confidence and ability to reach the necessary standards with training.

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.