Electricity Policy and Standards Engineer
Location: Stowmarket- Hybrid working
Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary + £5200 Car Alloawance
About the Client
Our client is one of the UK's largest independent network owners and a leading provider of multi-utility networks nationwide. They design, build, own, and operate essential electricity infrastructure for both housing and commercial developments.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, highly respected organisation that values technical expertise, employee development, and above all, safety.
About the Role
As an Electricity Policy and Standards Engineer, you will play a key role in developing and updating technical standards, policies, and safety documentation that underpin the design, construction, and operation of electricity networks.
You will work closely with internal teams, clients, and industry bodies to ensure compliance, innovation, and excellence in network operations.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain technical standards for network design, construction, and inspection/maintenance activities.
* Review and update policies, technical bulletins, and safety alerts for electricity networks.
* Liaise with internal departments, clients, and contractors to ensure up-to-date procedures and compliance with legislation.
* Represent the company at industry groups (e.g. ENA, INA).
* Support policies relating to low-carbon technologies (EV, PV, heat pumps, CHP).
* Provide technical input on asset queries, EMF/noise complaints, and post-fault inspections.
* Review and approve network designs from ICPs, ensuring they meet technical, operational, and safety standards.
What We're Looking For:
* Strong technical knowledge of electricity distribution up to 33kV. Understanding of substation and network design principles.
* Experience working with health & safety legislation in the electrical industry.
* Proven experience within an electrical ICP or IDNO environment.
* Strong knowledge of relevant regulations, ENA (G81 standards) guidelines, and safety standards.
* Ability to liaise confidently with clients, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
Requirements
Essential:
Minimum HNC in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Knowledge of relevant legislation, electrical standards/specifications, and ENA recommendations.
Desirable:
* Chartered Engineer (CEng) status or working towards.
* IOSH Managing Safely certificate.
* Current CSCS card.
* Membership of a recognised engineering institution (e.g. IET).
* Competency with design IT/CAD systems and Microsoft Office.
* Familiarity with protection and modelling software for electricity networks.
Benefits and Package:
* Company car or car allowance-£5200
* Annual cost-of-living salary increase
* Up to 10% company pension contributions (with 5% employee contribution)
* 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Option to purchase up to 2 additional weeks of leave
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Hybrid working is available
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £47,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
* Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Stowmarket IP14: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Location:
* Stowmarket IP14 (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: TP(HED-EPSE)