Power System Engineer

About Us

National Grid is hiring a Power System Engineer - This position is based from our Warwick office however we offer flexible hybrid working options.

You will develop into a highly capable transmission planning engineer, building expertise in strategic network assessment, system modelling, and Net Zero network development while contributing to some of the most significant transmission investment decisions in Great Britain.

Job Purpose

As a Power System Engineer within the Net Zero Engineering team, you will contribute to the development of the future electricity transmission network by supporting strategic planning studies, network capability assessments, and engineering analysis that enable the delivery of Net Zero.

You will undertake a range of power system studies and analytical activities to assess network performance, identify future constraints, and support the development of network solutions for generation and demand growth.

Working alongside senior engineers and industry stakeholders, you will build expertise in transmission planning, system modelling, and strategic network development.

What You'll Do

• Support strategic network planning and capability assessment studies.
• Carry out power system simulations and analysis to assess transmission network performance.
• Contribute to boundary capability studies and network transfer assessments.
• Assess the impact of future generation and demand developments on the transmission network.
• Support the development and evaluation of network reinforcement and non-network solutions.
• Maintain and improve power system models used within planning studies.
• Support development of analytical tools, scripts, and automated workflows.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and study documentation.
• Contribute to innovation projects and emerging network planning methodologies.
• Support engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure technical work is completed to appropriate engineering standards and governance requirements.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline.

Good understanding of:

• Power system fundamentals.
• Power system studies and modelling.
• Electricity transmission networks.
• Network planning principles.

• Experience of conducting power system analysis using PowerFactory, PSS®E, PSCAD, or similar tools.

Understanding of:

• Load flow studies.
• Fault level analysis.
• Network capability assessments.
• Dynamic performance studies.

• Ability to interpret technical requirements and deliver engineering analysis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

Awareness of:

• NETS SQSS
• Grid Code
• CUSC
• Strategic network planning processes

• Experience with Python, DPL, Power BI, or similar analytical tools.
• Understanding of transmission planning processes such as ETYS, tCSNP, SSEP, or NOA.
• Experience in data analytics, modelling automation, or optimisation techniques.
• Experience within a transmission owner, system operator, consultancy, or power industry environment.

What You'll Get

A competitive salary  dependent on capability

Plus Market Suppliemnt Annual £4,500 

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 14th 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.

In NGET we are passionate about both operating our network safely and providing highly reliable quality of supply for our customers. At the heart of achieving these outcomes is the effective control and operation of our network.

To find out more about us, please follow the link below:

https://www.nationalgrid.com/electricity-transmission/ 

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, and offer 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 so we 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.

Please note that in most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.

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