Grid Engineer

Main Purpose • go-to person for grid capacity availability assessment to inform projects origination decisions • responsible for managing the grid connection process from origination to project energisation • provide grid related technical design inputs to support the project development process from end to end. Key Tasks and Requirements • Lead the grid connection process for renewable energy projects from concept through to commissioning • Conduct network analysis at both distribution and transmission levels to identify potential locations with available capacity. • Liaise with DNOs and National Grid, preparing, submitting and reviewing grid connection applications • Provide technical due diligence to grid offers, including optimization of connection solutions, cost assessments, and curtailment evaluations. • Keep the company appraised of trends and developments in DNOs and NGESO policies and requirements impacting grid connections opportunities. • Devise, create and maintain a database for Grid analysis, connection assessments and capacity analysis' • Implement new connection solutions arising from DNOs/NGESO policy changes and changing industry standards. • Provide grid inputs such as substation design, cable routes and trenches design, cost assessments, and securities for financial modelling and planning purposes. • Develop and maintain excellent relationships with the DNOs and NGESO design and delivery teams ensuring projects progress smoothly through the project lifecycle. • Manage ICP tender processes including establishing scope of work, reviewing responses and selecting contractors Grid Connections Lead Engineer 2 • Develop and maintain relationships with industry leading ICPs Guidance on Skills for Job • Electrical engineering background with electrical or engineering degree qualifications (Masters preferred) or relevant industry experience. • 5+ years' experience working in a similar role for a renewable energy developer or working for a DNO, National Grid or a technical consultancy. • Strong knowledge of the UK utility or Renewable Energy sectors • Strong knowledge of requirements for grid code compliance, DNOs/NGESO connection procedures and administrative authorisations required for connecting renewable plants in the UK market. • Ability to explore and understand the challenges and opportunities in the UK Grid Infrastructure at both Distribution and Transmission level. • Established network of contacts across the DNOs, National Grid and ICP environment. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Ability to summarise complex problems and present them succinctly. • Ability to work full-time in the UK • Knowledge of PowerFactory, DIgSILENT or similar modelling tools and their use for Grid Analysis based on DNO/TO Datasets • Competency in design software such as CAD, PVCase, PVSyst, etc. • Commercially astute. • Valid UK driving license