Power System Engineer

National Energy System Operator Limited; Warwick; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on company performance

26 days annual leave

Pension with 12% employer match

NESO Savings Plan with 50% match

Flexible benefits programme

Job summary

National Energy System Operator Limited in the UK is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to join the Connection Operability Assessment team. You will work with network owners and customers to craft efficient connection solutions that meet customer needs and the Grid Code, with hybrid work from office and home.

You will apply power system analysis, modelling tools (DIgSILENT, PSSE) and SQSS knowledge to support connections studies, scenarios, and technical reports while collaborating across NESO.

Qualifications

• Experience undertaking power system analysis and connections studies.
• Knowledge of SQSS and grid code requirements.
• Experience with power system modelling tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory and PSSE.
• Strong stakeholder management and report writing skills.
• Right to work in the UK by start of employment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Transmission Owners to ensure designs for new connections comply with SQSS.
• Produce technical appendices for onshore/offshore connections to the transmission network.
• Support customers in specifying scenarios for bespoke technical assessments (SSCI/SSTI) and review technical reports.
• Assist contract and compliance managers with technical queries during the connections process.
• Create Construction Planning Assumptions using probabilistic modelling.
• Lead/participate in technical initiatives within NESO.

Skills

Power system analysis

Power system modelling tools

SQSS knowledge

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Power system analysis experience

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

About the Role

As a Power Systems Engineer in the Connection Operability Assessment teams, you will work in partnership with network owners and customers as part of the connections process to develop 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 soon going to be embarking on the exciting world of connections reform and are looking to grow the England & Wales and Scotland teams which will have a critical role to play in the future design of the electricity system facilitating the pathway to net zero. This role can be based from Warwick and Glasgow, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

Key Accountabilities for Power System Engineers

• Collaborate with Transmission Owners to ensure the designs for new connections are compliant with the SQSS requirements.


• Produce technical appendices for new onshore and offshore connections to the transmission network.


• Support customers in the specification of scenarios required for bespoke technical assessments e.g., SSCI/ SSTI and reviewing technical reports to ensure that technical performance is adequate.


• 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.


• Create Construction Planning Assumption (CPAs) using the probabilistic modelling tool to create the generation backgrounds against which technical analysis will be carried out during the connections process and other initiatives.


• Contribute/ lead the technical initiative within NESO

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

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Is 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.


• Experience of undertaking power system analysis and connections studies with a good understanding of the principles of power system planning and operations


• Experience of using Power System Modelling and Analysis tools e.g., DIgSILENT Power Factory, PSSE etc.


• Good understanding of SQSS


• Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management and report writing skills.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary of £55,000 - £63,000pa dependent on experience and capability

• 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.


• NESO's flexible benefits programme provides you with more flexibility around your health, lifestyle and protection benefits, here's just a few available:
  
  
  • 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

This role closes at 23:59, on the day before date shown above.

At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we're committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment. We are 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. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds.