Requirement for a Connections Designer to deliver projects for DNOs. To be based at the DNO's premises or at our Colchester office.
You will be proficient in:
* Design and costing of LV & 11kV (up to and including 132 kV) projects for new Connections, asset replacement, non-rechargeable and diversions
* Analysing network issues and performance problems, and propose technically sound and cost-effective solutions
* Analysing generation connections and issue jobs for Witness Testing
* Producing concise business cases in the correct format and present them for authorisation in a timely manner to deliver the Production Plan
* Determining the appropriate point of connection (POC) for new load and generation enquiries from LV up to and including 132 kV
* Undertaking site visits and meetings as necessary
Ideally you will also be aware of:
* Electricity network regulations / NERS requirements
* DNO or Grid code for protection settings
* Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) requirements in the electricity industry
You should have the following skills:
* Confident, motivated and dynamic
* Versatility – able to turn your hand to a wide range of proposals
* Good verbal and paper communication skills
* Working well under deadline pressure
* Self-assessment/critique
* Self-sufficient
Required education and training:
* it is essential that as a minimum you possess an HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent in electrical/electronic engineering or physics
* Incorporated Engineer/member of the IET/Chartered Engineer