Power System Engineer HDVC

About us

At National Grid, we light up the world by harnessing the unique strengths of our people. Join us as a Power System Engineer to be part of the HDVC 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 a number of Power System Engineers from Associate to Senior/Lead- This position is based from our Warwick office however we offer flexible hybrid working options.

What You'll Do

You’ll be involved in new technologies (i.e. HVDC and FACTS) discussions and specifications including innovation projects related to renewables and new technologies.

To do this, you’ll be involved in a range of power system modelling and system studies such as load flow, fault level, harmonic analysis, EMT analysis and/or control interaction studies to ensure compliance with relevant standards. You’ll maintain the integrity and safety of the network for all infrastructure and connection developments in the fields of power system design.

Across all the teams, you’ll demonstrate good knowledge of power system fundamentals and good knowledge of power system studies. You will have a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD in power system engineering or a related field.

What You'll Need

Experience in one or more of the following

Connections 

• Knowledge of NETSSQS
• Understanding of the RIIO price control process, the allowances that apply to the work Customer Connections carries out and how these can be out-performed.
• Awareness of the LOTI and the Development Consent Order processes as they apply to major transmission system reinforcements

Power Quality and Dynamic Performance:

• Strong skills in utilising RMS or EMT simulation tools (preferably DIgSILENT PowerFactory or PSCAD)
• Good understanding on the application of power electronics-based devices in power systems (i.e. HVDC, FACTS, wind farm)
• AC/DC network design

Data and Modelling:

• Lead on providing business expertise for model technical support and the algorithms, scheme modelling, data assurance and measurement of model quality, script management and information flows.
• Experience of Customer engagement / Power Industry / Consultancy would be advantageous.

System Access:

• Knowledge of outage planning, the impact on security of supply and consumer costs.
• Lead on system access activities to plan network outages.
• Knowledge of the economics of power system operation.

Strategic Network Planning:

• Lead on strategic network planning activities to assess the system capability and develop solutions to meet net zero.
• Experience building strong internal and external stakeholder relationships.

Detailed Network Design:

• Lead on detailed development of the technical requirements of projects to integrate with the existing network.
• Ensuring the power system analysis requirements of projects are maintained, documented, and explained across key stakeholders.
• Experience of building strong working relationships in technical areas.
• Good understanding on the application of power electronics-based devices in power systems (i.e. HVDC, FACTS, wind farm etc)

Network Transformation:

• Programming skills in DPL or Python
• Proficiency with Data Analytics using tools such as Power Apps or Power BI

About You

• Experience of power systems, power system analysis and modelling.
• Experience in Power Factor/ OLTA study analysis to identify network compliance issues
• Critical thinking and complex problem solving in power system analysis and design including innovative network solutions.
• Knowledge of the relevant parts of industry codes and standards including SQSS, CUSC, Grid Code.
• Knowledge and understanding of power system theory, and its practical application to electricity networks
• Ability to contribute effectively to clear scopes of technical work that lead to clearly defined strategic & business outcomes

What You'll Get

A competitive salary between £47,000 – £72,000 dependent on capability and level

As well as your base salary, you will receive

• 26 days holiday, plus eight statutory days, an option to buy extra holiday days, and the option to holiday swap up to 3 bank holiday days 
• An annual performance incentive
• A generous pension scheme, double matched up to 6% of your salary each month. For every £1 you contribute we’ll put in another £2, so if you put in 6%, we’ll add 12% giving a total of 18% to your pension pot
• Life insurance at 10 times basic salary
• Employer funding towards a portion of your Private Medical Insurance.
• 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 29th June. 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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