Lead Transmission Engineer - Primary (HVDC)

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At National Grid, we light up the world by harnessing the unique strengths of our people. Join us as a Lead Transmission Engineer within Asset Engineering Assurance to be part of a team that's driving forward the energy transition, creating a brighter, more sustainable future for all. Unleash your superpower and bring energy to life.

National Grid is hiring for two positions: 

2 x Lead Transmission Engineer – Primary (HVDC) e.g. HV Plant, Converter Valve

These positions can be based from our Warwick, Bristol, West Weybridge or Leeds offices (however we can be open to other locations across the country.) Hybrid Working model.

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Job Purpose

Lead Transmission Engineer is responsible for National Grid HVDC Primary design assurance role on a variety of National Grid HVDC projects. This role ensures that design for HVDC converter stations and associated assets such as transformers, switchgear, converter valves and other HVDC plant infrastructure comply with National Grid Technical Specifications, Engineering Standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices,

The successful candidate will work under the National Grid HVDC team to support the timely delivery of safe, reliable and compliant designs.

Your expertise in HVDC Asset knowledge, including, but not limited to converters, valves, and other HVDC related electrical assets, will be vital in driving the success of our HVDC initiatives.

What you'll do

• Provide a risk-based design assurance approach -during HVDC project lifecycle
• Discharge the role of Design Assurance through the provision of cross-technology leadership and coordination over several functions and in line with National Grid procedural requirements.
• Where appropriate, witness the Factory Acceptance Test/Factory System Test on behalf of the employer.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between National Grid HVDC team and Contractor Design Teams regarding HVDC Primary Plant design matters. Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops and technical reviews with Contractors and Suppliers,
• Technically manage external contracts, contractor and stakeholder relationships and direct framework consultants, to drive consistency and ‘value engineering’, working in partnership with wider NG teams as appropriate.
• Act as the technical lead and ‘NG Principal Designer Representative’ where appropriate. To provide detailed engineering support for HVDC to ensure cost effective and appropriate option selection for project detailed design and delivery, including coordination and resolution of technical issues from internal and external stakeholders.
• Support the development of standardised solutions for asset interventions
• Provide technical support and work in partnership with the Asset Lifecycle Teams and Innovation processes and Global Procurement specialists for tender and support contract activities.
• Author, develop, advise on, implement and maintain Business Procedures and Technical Specifications as appropriate and ensure all lessons learned and best practice are incorporated as required.
• Lead and coordinate technical investigations within HVDC and progress to completion subsequent engineering investigations.
• Undertake audit and post incident analysis in the event of engineering or commissioning incidents and recommend performance improvements and providing assurance on the status of transmission engineering.
• Work seamlessly with Development and Delivery teams to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of the Capital Programme, whilst ensuring the execution of National Grid governance requirements.
• Provide oversight, challenge, mentoring and advice to more junior team members as applicable and support them in delivering their accountabilities and objectives.

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., regulator, managers).

Technical or Specialist:

• HNC or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
• Proven and significant experience in HVDC  Primary design, design assurance or technical approval within the Electricity Transmission.
• Strong and advanced knowledge of HVDC primary plant equipment, including converter stations, transformers, switchgear and converter technologies,
• Knowledge of design, extension and lifetime management of assets associated with HVDC.
• Good understanding of Electricity Transmission Operations Policy and Procedure.
• Detailed knowledge of Safety Rules and National Safety Instructions
• Knowledge and appropriate authorisation in line with engineering assurance procedures (BP141), and thorough understanding of commissioning (BP106).
• Demonstrable leadership skills and knowledge of successful project delivery
• Experienced in effective communication skills, including the ability to make persuasive presentations to multi-disciplined teams / audiences
• Knowledge of negotiation/contract management and influencing at all levels
• Experienced in building and maintaining relationships internally and externally with key stakeholders

What you'll get

• A competitive salary around £66,000 - £78,000 – dependent on competency-based evaluation.
• Company Car
• Market Supplement £3000

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, 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 15th April. 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.