Energy and Sustainability Specialist

Directorate: Energy Systems

We are seeking a skilled Local System Planning Engineer to play a key role in shaping the electricity distribution network of the future and contributing to our net zero goals. As part of our Energy Systems team, you will be involved in delivering an increasingly smart and flexible energy system for our customers, ensuring a greener grid with maximum resilience at minimal overall cost.

This is an exciting opportunity at a time of significant change within the energy sector. As a Local System Planning Engineer, you will work closely with our Regional Insights Manager to deliver enhanced external engagement and develop a joined-up view of how local authority and other key regional stakeholder plans impact our investment programmes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maximising the value from our investment as a result of engagement and supporting the production of Local Area Energy Plans (LAEPs)
• Ensuring effective two-way flow of data and intelligence on regional decarbonisation with parties such as local authorities, housing authorities and mass Low Carbon Technology (LCT) installers
• Checking mutual compatibility of Local Authority and Northern Powergrid energy forecasts and explaining differences
• Using local intelligence on regional decarbonisation projects to enhance the company's investment forecasts and delivery
• Using external dialogue to guide the enhancements in data and open analytics we provide

We are looking for an analytical and data-driven individual with excellent technical knowledge and a broader understanding of the wider industry. You will be responsible for driving forward our analytical capability and data management, using your skills to ensure our network develops and supports decarbonisation in a smarter, more flexible way.

Full driving licence is desirable. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.