Asset Lifecycle Engineer (HVDC)

About us

At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. But it’s so much more than that. National Grid supplies us with the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition for all, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark.

National Grid is hiring for two positions currently - Associate Asset Manager (HVDC) as well as a Lead Asset Lifecycle Enginer (HVDC)    - These position can be based from our Warwick, Bristol, Derby or Leeds offices. Hybrid Working model.

Job Purpose

As the Asset Lifecycle Engineer for HVDC, you will be instrumental in overseeing the entire cradle-to-grave journey of HVDC assets. Your role will involve ensuring that new assets are seamlessly integrated into the system through effective type registration, guaranteeing that each model is fit for purpose and complies with all relevant standards and regulations. Once assets are operational, you will focus on maintaining their health by conducting thorough asset health reviews, ensuring that all equipment is well-maintained and operating efficiently.

You will be responsible for developing and amending policies and procedures, as well as writing and updating documentation to reflect best practices. Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with assurance engineers and transmission engineers to ensure that all aspects of asset management are aligned. Your expertise in primary asset knowledge, including transformers, converters, valves, and other electrical assets, will be vital in driving the success of our HVDC initiatives. Experience with HVDC projects and asset health management, particularly in relation to plants, valves, and instrument transformers, will be highly advantageous.

What you'll do

• Provide detailed, expert technical and asset management knowledge in the area of HVDC systems.
• Create and amend policies, technical specifications, work specifications, internal standards, and technical guidance within the area of HVDC systems.
• Lead the development of the Technical Strategy within specific areas of technical expertise.
• Accountable for the leadership and development of virtual team working to leverage technology and methodology development within HVDC systems.
• Undertake type registration activities in line with relevant business processes.
• Engage with suppliers to inform and influence end-to-end lifecycle management of HVDC assets, including type registration, operational & maintenance support, obsolescence management, and refurbishment/replacement of HVDC assets.
• Communicate complex and standard issues associated with the area of expertise clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Represent National Grid on appropriate national and international committees.
• Support and mentor other team members.

About you

Interpersonal, Supervisory or Management:

• • Ability to work under challenging deadlines.
  • Proven ability to develop working relationships quickly and effectively, and communicate clearly and diplomatically.
  • Proven experience of communication with, and influencing, internal and external stakeholders (e.g., regulators, managers).

Technical or Specialist:

• • Excellent technical knowledge of one or more technical areas relevant to Electric Transmission, including HVDC systems.
  • Detailed understanding of regulatory policies, procedures, Technical Specifications, Work Specifications, and Technical Guidance Notes in the area of expertise.
  • Detailed understanding of the Electric Transmission Type Registration process and regulatory regime.
  • Knowledge of Asset Management Systems,.
  • Strong understanding of asset management with a proven track record of developing processes that support business risk, cost, and performance decision-making.

Qualifications

Essential :

• • Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
  • Membership of a relevant professional body.

Desirable:

• • Power/Electrical Engineering Module, Membership of a relevant professional body with chartered status, IAM Certificate.

What you'll get

A competitive salary around £55,000 - £75,000 – dependent on capability (would vary depending on Mid level & Lead role) 

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%. You will also have access to a number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 19th September. However, we encourage candidates to submit their applications as early as possible and not to wait until the published closing date. National Grid’s recruitment periods can and may vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to further applications at any point during the recruitment process.

DE & I statement:

At National Grid, we work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value, and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, offering flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

Our goal is to drive, develop, and operate our business in a way that results in a more inclusive culture. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, the innovation from diverse teams & perspectives, and business need. We are committed to building a workforce that can represent the communities we serve and have a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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