Planning Engineer — Net Zero Grid Delivery

National Grid; Kenilworth; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Planning Engineer to support the transition to Net Zero. The role involves analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing practical solutions for planning constraints. With a starting salary of £47,442 - £60,000 pa plus benefits, this position is pivotal in ensuring reliable power delivery across the Midlands and East Anglia. Ideal candidates have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in planning within utilities or logistics.

Benefits

26 Days leave plus 8 statutory days

Excellent pension scheme - max total 18%

Company car (Full Electric or Hybrid)

Qualifications

• Experience in a Planning role within a Utilities or Logistics focused business.
• Understanding of Asset Management Principles.
• Confident in leading and chairing stakeholder engagement meetings.

Responsibilities

• Analyse complex data to forecast resource needs.
• Collaborate with operations to align priorities.
• Develop practical solutions to planning constraints.
• Coordinate plan build activities and promote transparency.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Excel

Power BI

Education

ONC / NVQ Level 3 in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a Planning Engineer to support the transition to Net Zero. The role involves analyzing data, collaborating with stakeholders, and developing practical solutions for planning constraints. With a starting salary of £47,442 - £60,000 pa plus benefits, this position is pivotal in ensuring reliable power delivery across the Midlands and East Anglia. Ideal candidates have relevant engineering qualifications and experience in planning within utilities or logistics.