Grid Connection Engineer
1 week ago
Our client is a rapidly growing developer looking for a Senior Grid Connections Engineer to join their Engineering team as the business heads into its next phase of growth.
The Grid Connections Engineer will join a small, agile team that is integral to the success of the company. They will play an essential role in managing and leading the grid connections process. Throughout the project lifecycle, the person will be managing the engagement and relationship with the Distribution and Transmission Network Operators and the System Operator, while resolving complex engineering challenges to achieve the optimal connection strategy for the project.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and advise on grid applications to DNOs and NGESO.
- Analyse grid offers and work with the network operators and external grid advisors to mitigate risks and achieve cost-efficient grid connections.
- Identify mitigations and solutions to resolve Grid risks that impact the delivery and viability of renewable energy projects.
- Assist with project valuations and supporting due diligence on acquisition opportunities and project sales.
- Identify and review emerging technologies and techniques to optimise grid connections and ensure they comply with distribution and grid codes.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies on existing and future connections.
- Monitor and communicate changes in legislation, policies, and codes that impact the business.
- Represent the Grid Connections team at industry events.
- Assist our Grid Consultants and Business Development team in finding potential new sites across the UK for deployment of solar, wind, energy storage, or other opportunities across the distribution and transmission network.
Requirements
- Electrical engineering background with electrical or engineering degree qualification (Masters preferred) or relevant experience.
- Worked within the energy industry for at least three years, with direct experience in managing grid connections for type B-D generators (such as from a developer, network operator, or other role with significant exposure to the process from application to operation) preferred.
- Knowledge and understanding of power system studies, distribution, and/or transmission network operations preferred
- Renewable energy experience preferred.
- Very organised, with an ability to autonomously manage multiple highly technical projects at the same time and meet individual targets.
- Has in-depth experience in the Transmission and Distribution connections process.
- Experience in Grid Connection reform.
- A self-starter willing to work within a small and agile team.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- High attention to detail.
- Desire to help develop and grow a core function within the company.
- Demonstrable analytical and problem-solving skills.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability.
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