Control Engineer - #1750972

Do you want to help power your career and be part of an evolving energy industry?​

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Control Engineer to join our Yorkshire team.

The energy industry is advancing with investment in smart technology innovation and Northern Powergrid, as the company responsible for powering everyday life for 8 million customers across 3.9 million homes and businesses in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire, is at the forefront of delivering a power network that meets the region’s needs now and in the future.

Our vision is to be the best energy company in serving our customers, whilst delivering a sustainable energy solution. We are looking for someone who is passionate about communications and can help share our story as we deliver our plans to invest in our network, support net zero and create a greener energy future. You willbe responsible for planning and designing technical solutions to ensure the network develops to a smarter, more flexible network that is central to the region’s journey to net zero.

Along with a competitive salary of between £53,711 - £73,451 we also offer great benefits such as;

•Enrolment into our pension scheme

•25 days holiday

•Shift Allowance (Up to 27%)

Grade: Technical, Level B, pp 13-21

We’re excited to hear from candidates with a passion for our company and the energy industry and a desire to succeed. Apply now and we’ll be in touch.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be accountable for:

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Managing planned and fault operations on the Northeast and Yorkshire HV and EHV network. ·

Pursuing safety and customer service excellence·

Being part of a team of technical and qualified engineers working on a shift rota, coupled with an ability to make decisions and work in demanding situations·

Effective communication and liaison with field staff, customer services and external stakeholders in planned and reactive situations·

Production and communication of effective and clear reports to line management, other parts of the business and stakeholders

Key Competencies

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Team working is essential in this role to develop and implement new solutions. You will be part of a high-performing team, delivering for our customers·

Confident decision-making skills and management of system risk and escalation as necessary·

Excellent technical knowledge, including a detailed understanding of the HV and EHV network and safety rules·

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·

Deliver quality outputs to required deadlines·

Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders from across the business and wider industry

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential Qualifications and Experience

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Experience of network operations and planning processes·

Detailed understanding of Distribution Safety Rules and Operational Practice Manual requirements·

HNC in electrical engineering or equivalent·

Knowledge of LV, HV and EHV networks and associated protection systems

Supporting Information

The successful candidate will be required to consent to a security check.

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Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.​

Closing date for applications: 13 June