Electrical - Plant Policy Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK electricity distribution business seeks a Policy Engineer to join their Engineering Strategy team in Manchester. This key role focuses on developing policies for plant equipment and ensuring high-performance assets within critical infrastructure, fostering innovation and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in Electrical Engineering and extensive experience in power networks.

Benefits

Annual bonus up to 10.5%

25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30)

Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 extra days)

Private healthcare

Double-match pension contributions (3–7%)

37-hour working week, Monday to Friday

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in power networks, substation equipment, or related fields.
• Good understanding and experience in Switchgear maintenance.
• Knowledge of HV/LV systems and network operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering policies and technical specifications.
• Approve and audit equipment for compliance.
• Lead defect and failure investigations including root cause analysis.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Policy Engineer (Electricity Distribution)

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a major UK electricity distribution business for a Policy Engineer to join their Engineering Strategy team.

This is a key technical role focused on shaping engineering standards and ensuring high-performance plant assets across all voltage levels up to 132kV.

Role Summary

You’ll support the development and implementation of policies and standards for plant equipment, including substation transformers, switchgear, and associated civil infrastructure.

The role combines technical leadership, supplier engagement, and investigative work to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective asset performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage engineering policies and technical specifications
• Approve and audit equipment and suppliers for compliance and reliability
• Lead defect and failure investigations, including root cause analysis
• Contribute to innovation and smart grid integration
• Support procurement activities and framework agreements
• Provide technical support to internal teams, contractors, and external providers
• Manage equipment data and reporting systems for asset performance

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years’ experience in power networks, substation equipment, or related fields
• Good understanding and experience in Switchgear maintenance
• Knowledge of HV/LV systems, network operations, and engineering policy
• Chartered or working toward professional registration (IET )
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus up to 10.5%
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising to 30)
• Holiday buy scheme (up to 5 extra days)
• Private healthcare
• Double-match pension contributions (3–7%)
• 37-hour working week, Monday to Friday

This is a unique opportunity to shape policy and support strategic asset decisions within a vital UK infrastructure provider.

Apply now by submitting a copy of your CV.