Overview
At National Grid, we keep people connected and society moving. National Grid supports the environment to make it happen. As we generate momentum in the energy transition, we don’t plan on leaving any of our customers in the dark. Join us as a Lead Asset Lifecycle Engineer.
Job Purpose
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We have a permanent opportunity to join the AO Intelligent Substations team, where you will play a pivotal role in driving the development, implementation, and lifecycle management of digital substations (IEC 61850), with a strong focus on protection and control. You will lead transformative change initiatives, develop innovative policies and standards, and collaborate with virtual teams and stakeholders.
What You\'ll Do
* Be a Technical Leader: Provide expert technical and asset management knowledge in protection and control, shaping the future of digital substations.
* Innovate and Create: Develop policies, procedures, technical specifications, and internal standards that set the benchmark for excellence in your area of expertise.
* Strategic Development: Lead the creation of the Technical Strategy for protection and control in digital substations, working with specialists and engaging internal and external stakeholders.
* Empower Virtual Teams: Lead and develop virtual teams, harnessing the latest technology and methodologies to enhance protection and control systems.
* Ensure Compliance: Undertake Type Registration activities in accordance with NGET Business Procedures, ensuring practices meet industry standards.
* Communicate Effectively: Articulate complex issues clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, across all levels.
* Collaborate for Success: Work with the AO Asset Lifecycle Manager and other Asset Lifecycle Engineers to maintain consistency in asset management practices.
* Drive Integration Initiatives: Lead and support integration of digital substations, focusing on innovative protection and control systems.
* Champion Technology Adoption: Advocate for adoption and optimization of digital substation technologies, ensuring IEC 61850 and related standards compliance.
* Share Knowledge: Support development and delivery of engaging training on digital substations and protection/control systems.
* Mentor and Inspire: Provide guidance and mentorship to team members, fostering continuous learning and improvement.
About You
* Excellent technical knowledge of protection and control systems, with understanding of IEC 61850 (Station bus and Process bus).
* Strong familiarity with ET Policies, Procedures, Technical Specifications, Work Specifications, and Technical Guidance Notes relevant to your area.
* Comprehensive understanding of regulatory regime and Type Registration Business Procedures.
* Experience in asset lifecycle management, including planning, risk assessment, and performance optimisation.
* Proven ability to develop processes that support business risk, cost, and performance decision-making.
* Knowledge of network engineering (often Software Defined Networking) and cyber security best practices (IEC62351 / IEC62443) is highly desirable.
* Thrives under pressure and can meet challenging deadlines.
* Proven ability to quickly develop working relationships and communicate clearly with colleagues and stakeholders.
* Experience in influencing internal and external stakeholders, including regulators and managers, to drive initiatives forward.
* Track record of driving change in policies, procedures, standards, and specifications.
What You\'ll Get
* A starting salary up to £78,000pa + £3,000 pa Market Supplement + Benefits package (depending on experience)
* Training and Development
* 37 hours Mon – Fri (Variable/Hybrid working)
* 26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days
* Enhanced parental leave
* Generous contributory pension scheme, company contribution of 12% (totaling 18%)
* Statutory Bank Holiday swapping
* Option to buy additional or sell holiday days
* Financial support for professional memberships, course fees, books, exam fees and study leave
* Flexible benefits including share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and tech schemes, EAP, and matched charity giving
* Family care benefits including a back-up care service (six paid days per year, with option to purchase more)
* Access to apps supporting health, fitness and wellbeing
More Information
The closing date for this vacancy is 6 February. We encourage candidates to apply early. National Grid’s recruitment periods can vary. We reserve the right to remove this advert or close it to applications at any point during the recruitment process.
DE & I Statement
National Grid works toward the highest standards, supporting and developing our people. We celebrate diverse experiences and backgrounds, offering flexible and tailored support. All employment is decided on qualifications, innovation from diverse teams and business need. We are committed to a workforce that represents the communities we serve, where each individual feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential.
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