Planning Engineer

4 weeks ago

Wakefield, United Kingdom Utility and Power Professionals Full time

Do you have what it takes to play a key role in shaping the electricity distribution network of the future and be at the heart of achieving net zero?Our clients are responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million people across the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire. They are a diverse team, creating a smarter, more flexible electricity distribution network that will enable their region to decarbonise and meet the needs of customers now, and in the future.​​Distribution System Operation (DSO) involves them delivering an increasingly smart and flexible energy system for their customers that delivers a greener grid, with maximum resilience at minimal overall cost.​This is an exciting opportunity at a time of significant and fascinating change within the energy sector. As a Local System Planning Engineer reporting to the Regional Insights Manager, you will be part of the Energy Systems team involved in delivering an increasingly smart and flexible energy system for our customers that delivers a greener grid, with maximum resilience at minimal overall cost.​What will you do?

  • Work as part of our Regional Insights Team to deliver enhanced external engagement to develop a joined-up view of how local authority and other key regional stakeholder plans impact our investment programmes. ​
  • Seek opportunities to maximise the value from investment as a result of the engagement and support the production of Local Area Energy Plans (LAEPs).​
  • Ensure 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.​
  • Check mutual compatibility of Local Authority and companies energy forecasts and explain differences.​
  • Use local intelligence on regional decarbonisation projects to enhance the company’s investment forecasts and delivery.​
  • Use external dialogue to guide the enhancements in data and open analytics we provide.​
Key Competencies
  • Excellent technical knowledge, which combined with your broader knowledge of the wider industry will ensure the network develops and supports decarbonisation in a smarter, more flexible way​
  • Problem solving is a must when faced with the scale and pace of change facing us, not to mention the number of exciting challenges and level of innovation required​
  • Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders from across the business and wider industry​
  • Analytical and data driven, using your skills to drive forward our analytical capability and data management​
  • Builds relationships, you understand the needs of stakeholders; develops common ground; collaborates, communicates and influences to achieve balanced outcomes​
What qualifications and experience should you have?
  • Level 5 or 6 (HND, degree, or equivalent) in STEM subject, or a level 4 qualification (e.g., HNC) with commensurate relevant experience ​
  • Understanding of power system design and operation​
  • Knowledge of electrical distribution equipment​
  • Full driving licence is desirable

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