Manager of Chief Engineer Office

National Energy System Operator; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector is seeking a Manager for the Chief Engineer Office to lead engineering initiatives and best practices. The role involves team leadership, collaboration with industry experts, and promoting engineering rigor within the organization, contributing to the transformation of Great Britain's energy system.

Benefits

28 days leave

Contributory pension scheme with company matching up to 12%

Career development resources

Diverse and inclusive community

Comprehensive rewards plan

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of energy system operations.
• Experience in engineering decision processes.
• Track record of establishing new functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Office of the Chief Engineer within the Strategic Energy Planning directorate.
• Support engineering best practices and collaborate with engineering functions.
• Manage relationships with professional engineering bodies.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Relationship Building

Education

Experience with transmission/distribution networks

Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IET, IEEE, IGEM)

Job description

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Title: Manager of Chief Engineer Office

Location: Warwick, GB, CV34 6DA

Division: NESO Strategic Energy Planning

Job Type: Full Time

Requisition Number: 66520

Department: ESO

Job Function: Engineering

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.

Great Britain's electricity system is undergoing an ambitious, exciting and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, greener system, one that protects the planet and serves generations to come.

We are looking for a manager to lead the Office of the Chief Engineer within the Strategic Energy Planning (SEP) directorate. In this role, you will support the NESO Chief Engineer, working with technical leads across the business and industry to learn and drive engineering best practices.

Your team will consist of engineering experts from various disciplines. You and your team will be valued as a ‘critical friend’, providing impartial insight and feedback on critical engineering processes and decisions.

You will lead NESO’s international interactions related to energy system engineering, building a network of contacts to share insights, innovations, and best practices. Since 2024, NESO’s engineering scope has expanded to include natural gas, hydrogen, and other whole energy system interactions.

This role can be based in Wokingham or Warwick with hybrid working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities

1. Supporting the Director of Strategic Energy Planning in their duties as the Chief Engineer, leading a small team.
2. Collaborating with heads of engineering functions to understand and support engineering processes within NESO.
3. Acting as a ‘critical friend’ to enhance engineering rigor and decision-making.
4. Promoting NESO as a strong engineering organization and building its engineering credibility.
5. Managing relationships with professional engineering bodies.
6. Promoting engineering chartership within NESO and supporting individuals in achieving and maintaining chartered status.
7. Supporting professional mentoring schemes and technical development models.
8. Sharing and learning engineering best practices globally.
9. Managing international engineering relationships to support research and technical priorities.
10. Ensuring consistency in technical codes and standards development.
11. Collaborating with UK engineering universities to influence research and academic programs.
12. Taking a whole energy system view on engineering challenges.
13. Engaging with manufacturers, software vendors, and other technical organizations.
14. Being an active member of the SEP leadership team.
15. Developing team members for performance and career growth.

About You

Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of energy system operations, experience in engineering decision processes, team leadership skills, and excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. Relevant experience includes working with transmission/distribution networks, whole energy systems, and familiarity with industry standards (e.g., IET, IEEE, IGEM). A track record of establishing new functions is also valued.

What You'll Get

Salary: £66,000 - £78,000 plus up to 15% performance bonus, 28 days leave, and a contributory pension scheme with company matching up to 12%.

Additional benefits include career development resources, a diverse and inclusive community, and a comprehensive rewards plan covering health, finance, work/life balance, and career growth.

More Information

This role closes on 8th June 2025, but early applications are encouraged. We value diversity and offer flexible working arrangements to support all employees.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Not Applicable
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Utilities