Senior Electricity Distribution Projects Engineer (132kV)

National Grid Electricity Distribution; Toll End; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days + 8 bank holidays leave

Pension scheme with employer matching

Annual Share Save plan

Life insurance

Private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Job summary

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Tipton is seeking an Engineering Specialist to lead installation, commissioning and delivery of critical infrastructure across the distribution network up to 132kV. You will work on Underground, Overhead, Plant and Protection systems and report to an Operations/Team Manager.

A hands-on, impactful role with varied days awaits. The ideal candidate has a City & Guilds 2339, HNC in Electrical Engineering, and senior authorised status for 132kV, with strong

Qualifications

• A level 3 City & Guilds 2339 qualification; candidates may be required to undertake HNC Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Senior Authorised Person on 132kV electricity network with DNO/IDNO/ICP experience is preferred.
• Proven experience in formally managing projects including financial monitoring and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Install and commission Underground/Overhead/Plant and Protection systems on 132kV and 33kV networks.
• Manage range of projects using the APMP model and report on KPIs.
• Advise on innovations in electricity network management and automation.
• Identify training needs and provide training as necessary.
• Liaise with other specialists within the Company.
• Carry out network operations including issuing safety documents up to 132kV.
• Lead outages and coordinate with customers; exercise leadership as required.
• Adapt short-term programmes to changing circumstances while meeting constraints.

Skills

Health & safety

Project management

Autonomy

Adaptability

Education

City & Guilds 2339

HNC Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Job description

National Grid Electricity Distribution in Tipton is seeking an Engineering Specialist to lead installation, commissioning and delivery of critical infrastructure across the distribution network up to 132kV. You will work on Underground, Overhead, Plant and Protection systems and report to an Operations/Team Manager.

A hands-on, impactful role with varied days awaits. The ideal candidate has a City & Guilds 2339, HNC in Electrical Engineering, and senior authorised status for 132kV, with strong