Innovation Engineer
7 days ago
An opportunity has arisen for an Innovation Engineer based at either Castle Donington or Bristol.
The Innovation Team is responsible for creating and delivering a wide range of Innovation projects which aim to transform the way we operate and manage our network. Through these projects, we are building the knowledge, skills, technologies and commercialprocesses WPD needs in order to drive Net Zero.
If you are offered a position, you will be required to successfully complete a basic DBS check that shows any unspent convictions or conditional cautions.
**About Us**
Do you want to be at the forefront of decarbonising the energy system? At Western Power Distribution we’re transforming our distribution grids to help customers in South Wales, the South West and Midlands embrace low carbon technologies such as electriccars and heating systems. We’re also playing our part in delivering net-zero targets by integrating large quantities of renewable generation using digital solutions to create the nation’s smartest electricity grid.
Western Power Distribution is an equal opportunities employer, a Disability Level 1 Employer and a corporate signatory of WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) programme. Our desire is to bring in more employees from diverse backgrounds to build furtheron our inclusive culture. We value and celebrate individual difference and we believe that an inclusive culture will help the business grow as a positive, strong and innovative company.
**Main Responsibilities**
- Innovation project management in accordance with Ofgem governance and WPD policies.
- Assisting colleagues in various internal WPD teams to develop, trial, disseminate and adopt relevant solutions.
- Developing new policy relating to low carbon networks ("smart grids") and their interaction with smart meters and future energy markets.
- Representing WPD at national level in ENA, Ofgem and Government department meetings.
- Developing and reviewing WPD policies relating to innovation to maintain legal and regulatory compliance.
- Detailed reporting of innovation projects and proposals in accordance with Regulatory requirements. This includes compliance with Regulatory Guidance, preparation of detailed project plans and cost benefit analyses, progress and cost control monitoringand regulatory reporting.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals that are passionate about new technologies and delivering the UK’s Net Zero ambitions. The role requires a highly motivated individual that strives for excellence in every output they produce. It is essentialto be able to organise, plan and prioritise work while working under pressure in order to ensure that every task is delivered on time. It is required to have good knowledge of the UK Electricity transmission and distribution assets, procedures and driversrelating to safety, performance, cost and relevant legislation.
**About The Company**
If this is your opportunity to join us, you’ll find we offer a supportive, rewarding and friendly working environment where you’ll be empowered to build a career. Along the way, you’ll be invested in, be enabled by the latest technology and find that we’realways interested in evolving our systems and processes so that we get even better, every day.
You will receive a generous annual leave entitlement on joining, starting at 26 days rising to 28 days following 10 years’ service, plus 8 bank holidays. In addition, you will be able to access support via our Employee Assistance Programme, including musculoskeletaland physiotherapy services.
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