Lead Transmission Engineer - Protection & Control

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 - x2 Lead Transmission Engineers for Protecion & Control - These position can be based from our Warwick, Bristol, London or Leeds offices (however we can be open to other locations accross the country.) Hybrid Working model.

Job Purpose

You will be involved in the delivery of a wide range of Protection and Control projects, from single asset replacements to new build substations. This role will challenge you with a variety of existing and new technologies as you participate in the upgrade of our electricity transmission system to meet our Net Zero commitments. 

What you'll do

• Specify, assess, and assure equipment for use on the electricity transmission system.
• Confirm designs from suppliers and contractors stage by stage, ensuring compliance with National Grid standards to maintain a secure and reliable electricity supply.
• Join a technical team that supports the Protection and Control of the electricity transmission system across England and Wales throughout its entire lifecycle, including development, tendering, delivery, and operation.
• Support both delivery and operational teams with the design, development, and commissioning of Protection and Control systems.
• Visit suppliers for Factory Acceptance Testing, assure designs, and review and calculate relay settings.
• Share your knowledge and expertise by delivering training to junior team members, mentoring, and supporting the wider team.

About you

• HND or degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge and experience in:
  • Protection and Control system design activities.
  • Protection relay settings.
  • Commissioning new equipment onto a transmission system.
  • Writing technical documentation.
• Ability to share knowledge and expertise for coaching and mentoring.
• Willingness to learn and apply new processes and procedures.
• Valid driving licence that permits you to drive in the UK.

More Information

The closing date for this vacancy is 21st October. 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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