Engineering Policy Development

National Energy System Operator; Warwick; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

26 days annual leave

Pension matching

NESO Savings Plan

Job summary

National Energy System Operator (NESO) seeks a Policy Development Lead to join the Connections Technical Policy team. You will work with the Connections Operability Assessment team, network owners and customers to develop policy around efficient connection solutions that meet customer needs and Grid Code standards.

The role emphasises power system analysis, technical policy development, and stakeholder engagement to support the net zero pathway while maintaining safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Understanding of SQSS and Grid Code.
• Experience with power system analysis (not essential).
• Experience with Power System Modelling tools (DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSSE) (not essential).
• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with COAT to ensure templates are fit for purpose and compliant with Grid Code requirements.
• Manage technical customer queries with customer teams.
• Support contract managers and compliance managers addressing technical queries.
• Support other departments within NESO on technical queries relating to the connections process.
• Contribute/lead technical innovation within Connections.

Skills

Power system analysis

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

About The Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

About The Role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future. Due to continuous growth, we are looking for a Policy Development Lead to join us at NESO. As a Policy Development Engineer in the Connection Technical Policy team, you will work in partnership with the Connections Operability Assessment team, network owners and customers as part of the connections process to develop policy around efficient connection solutions that meets both the customer needs and the technical standards (SQSS and Grid Code). We facilitate the connection of generation and demand onto the system, enabling the UK to meet its net zero system operation ambition whilst ensuring the network remains safe. We are continuing to implement connections reform and are looking to grow the new Technical Policy team which will have a critical role to play in the future design of the electricity system facilitating the pathway to net zero.

Key Accountabilities For Policy Development Engineers

• Collaborate with COAT to ensure the generic appendix F templates are fit for purpose and compliant with the system and Grid Code requirements.
• Manage technical customer queries in collaboration with the customer teams.
• Support the customer contract managers and compliance managers with addressing technical queries from customers throughout the connections process.
• Support other departments within ESO on technical queries relating to the connections process.
• Contribute/ lead the technical innovation within Connections.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment. Visa sponsorship may not be available for this role and will be considered in line with business requirements.

About You

• Passionate about the energy industry, the mission to achieve net zero carbon operation and willingness go the extra mile to deliver great service to our customers.
• Understanding of codes which relate to connections – SQSS and Grid Code
• Experience of undertaking power system analysis and connections studies with a good understanding of the principles of power system planning and operations (not essential).
• Experience of using Power System Modelling and Analysis tools e.g., DIgSILENT Power Factory, PSSE etc. (not essential).
• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management and report writing skills.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £56,000 - £75,000 dependent on experience and capability As well as your base salary, NESO's core benefits are the essential perks and advantages that form part of your employee package. - You will receive a bonus based on company performance- 26 days annual leave as standard - A competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. - Annual Enrollment to NESO Savings Plan, when you save between £20- £500 a month from your take-home pay, we will pay a 50% matching contribution.

Benefits

• Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
• Additional Birthday Day Off
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Retail & Gym Discounts
• Private Medical Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance & Personal Accident Insurance

About Us

At the National Energy System Operator (NESO), we play a vital role in tackling climate change and securing Great Britain's energy future. We already operate the world's fastest decarbonising electricity system and are working towards our ambition to run it carbon-free for a short period this year - provided the market supplies electricity exclusively from renewable sources. Alongside this, we provide expert advice to government on how to deliver a clean power system by 2030. In autumn 2024, the Electricity System Operator (ESO) transitioned to become NESO - an independent, expert public corporation with a whole-system view across electricity, gas, and hydrogen. NESO operates independently and transparently, always acting in the best interests of all energy users. Licensed and regulated by Ofgem, we make impartial decisions that balance sustainability, affordability and security. Our organisation is fully independent from government, the regulator and all commercial interests, with a clear focus on system-wide benefit, long term thing and public value. The time to deliver is now. Join the energy transformation and help shape the future. Your energy. Our future. Together

More Information

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every single requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential. If this role sparks your interest but you're not sure you tick every box, we still want to hear from you. process where everyone has the opportunity to show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.