Power System Technical Engineer - NESO-

at  National Grid

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead and manage the Operational Performance Review Board (OPRB) to track operational performance for the senior leadership team and drive continuous improvement.
• Drive and develop optimized system operational strategies based on information gathered from various interface teams for unusual national events.
• Negotiate and agree on the operational plan for real-time control room operations.
• Lead a virtual team of peers across the organization to effectively manage critical operations, such as Winter Peak and Summer Minimum.
• Collaborate with technical experts in unfamiliar subject areas to drive and develop operation strategies for the ENCC, quickly gaining sufficient understanding to provide technical support, expert advice, and guidance on system optimization.
• Establish and foster positive relationships with industry interfaces, including DESNZ, OFGEM, Generators, Transmission Operators (TOs), and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).

QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum STEM degree or relevant experience

ABOUT US

The creation of National Energy System Operator (NESO) is driven by an urgent need to unify and optimise our approach to energy. A more integrated and coordinated strategy is needed to meet the unprecedented challenges of climate change, ensuring secure energy supply, and keeping costs manageable for consumers.
Join us and empower your potential, energise our team, and be part of something bigger.
Your energy, our future, together.

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
We’re seeking a Power System Technical Engineer to support vital teams and contribute to the integrity and reliability of energy supply across Great Britain.
As a Power System Technical Engineer, you’ll collaborate with a variety of teams, including network access planning, market requirements, generator contracts, operational readiness, and corporate affairs.
Your insights will be key in preparing board meeting reports, analysing performance data, identifying trends, and contribute to developing optimised solutions for operating the electricity system.
You’ll ensure our control room is equipped with the necessary information to manage the network effectively.
This operational role is highly visible and offers the chance to make a significant impact. Be part of a team that directly contributes to maintaining the security of the electricity supply.
This role can be based from Wokingham, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.