Network Planning Enginner

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited

Belfast City District

Hybrid

GBP 40,000 - 65,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Northern Ireland Electricity Networks Limited is seeking an Electrical Engineer with strong planning experience to join our team on a full-time basis.

The role requires a degree or HND in Electrical Engineering and hands-on knowledge of power system software and network design standards. You will work in a safety-conscious environment with a focus on delivering robust distribution network solutions.

Qualifications

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering with relevant experience.
Minimum 5 years' planning-related experience in electrical engineering.
Experience with power system software tools.
Knowledge of electricity network policies and design standards.
Understanding of construction, operations & safety in network design.
Awareness of regulatory price controls and their implications for business finance.
Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office.
Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Skills

Electrical engineering experience

Power system analysis

IT skills

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ConnectGrid

NEPLAN

DINIS

DIgSILENT

WINDebut

Job description

It is essential that the successful candidate meets the following requirements:

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline, together with relevant electrical engineering experience; or a minimum of 5 years' experience in a planning-related role within an electrical engineering environment.
Previous experience operating power system software tools e.g. ConnectGrid, NEPLAN, DINIS, DIgSILENT, WINDebut
A working knowledge of power engineering principles.
An appreciation of electricity network policies and design standards, particularly those associated with the development of the distribution network. Understanding the importance of considering the potential risks associated with any technical decisions which you may make in the course of your work.
Understanding of construction, operations & safety in the context of network design.
An awareness of regulatory price controls and their implications for business finance.
Strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office suite).
Current driving licence and access to a vehicle.