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Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diverse, talented individuals who will help you expand your horizons.\nA little more about your role:\nWe are seeking a Senior Grid Connections Engineer to support the continued growth of our Renewables Grid Connections team and the delivery of electricity network connections for renewable energy, battery storage, solar and wind projects across the UK.\nWorking alongside our Renewables Grid Connections Lead, you will play a key role in the technical delivery of grid connection projects from early-stage feasibility through to energisation. You will support developers, investors and project teams in identifying viable connection opportunities, navigating increasingly complex connection processes, and securing efficient pathways to connect new assets to the electricity system.\nThis role offers the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant renewable energy and energy transition projects while contributing to the evolution of grid connection strategies in a rapidly changing market environment.\nKey Responsibilities\nTechnical assessment of grid connection designs, compliance requirements, and connection strategies for renewable energy, BESS, solar and wind projects.\nManage and coordinate grid connection applications, stakeholder engagement, and technical interfaces with NESO, DNOs, TOs, ICPs, IDNOs, OEMs and contractors.\nConduct technical due diligence of connection offers, connection programmes and project development risks.\nReview and assure electrical designs relating to grid connection infrastructure, including substations and connection assets.\nManage and review grid compliance and power system studies, including load flow, fault level, short circuit, reactive power, Dynamic and Transient stability, insulation co-ordination and network impact assessments.\nOversee preparation or review of connection applications, Grid Code compliance submissions, G99 applications, Gate 2 applications and Statements of Works.\nProvide technical assurance of contractor, OEM, ICP and network operator designs to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements.\nSupport construction, commissioning, and energisation activities through review of test plans, commissioning procedures and energisation strategies.\nIdentify, assess and manage technical risks associated with grid connection, compliance, programme delivery and design interfaces.\nDevelop and review connection feasibility studies, conceptual designs, single line diagrams, technical reports and client deliverables.\nSupport project delivery through programme management, stakeholder coordination, and issue resolution.\nMentor and support junior engineers while maintaining awareness of industry developments, Grid Code changes and connections reform initiatives.\nWhat we're looking for you to demonstrate...\nStrong technical understanding of power systems and electricity network connections.\nAbility to interpret complex network and connection information to support project decision making.\nCommercial awareness and appreciation of project development drivers.\nConfidence working directly with clients and external stakeholders.\nAbility to manage multiple workstreams and deliver high-quality outputs to programme.\nCollaborative working style within multidisciplinary engineering, environmental and commercial teams.\nCommitment to safety, quality and engineering excellence.\nPassion for supporting the UK's energy transition and net zero ambitions.\nA proactive attitude with the desire to help grow and shape an expanding grid connections capability.\nDegree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.\nExperience in power systems, electricity networks or grid connections.\nExperience delivering grid connection projects within the UK electricity market.\nStrong understanding of UK transmission and distribution networks from 11kV through to 400kV.\nKnowledge of NESO, National Grid, DNO and transmission connection processes.\nExperience with G99, Grid Code requirements and connection compliance activities.\nFamiliarity with power system modelling software such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, IPSA, ETAP or PSS/E.\nExperience supporting renewable energy, BESS, onshore wind, offshore wind or energy infrastructure projects.\nStrong technical report writing and presentation skills.\nChartered Engineer status or progress towards chartership would be advantageous.\nDon’t quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.\nImagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.\nWork on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?\nWith us, you can. 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