Job Description
Technical Lead – Connections
London (Hybrid)
Permanent | Full-time
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000
The opportunity
As the UK transitions to Net Zero, electricity network connections must become faster, fairer and fit for the future. We are seeking a Technical Lead to guide industry-wide reform of grid connection processes across transmission and distribution networks.
This role will act as the technical authority for connection reform, including TMO4+, queue management and access reform, working with network companies, regulators and government.
Key responsibilities
* Lead the technical design and delivery of TMO4+ and connections reform.
* Align transmission and distribution connection reform programmes.
* Translate policy and regulation into technical designs, process models and code changes.
* Provide technical input to industry forums, governance groups and regulatory consultations.
* Oversee system, data and architecture changes supporting new connection processes.
* Engage with regulators, system operators, network companies, developers and customers.
* Lead multi-disciplinary industry delivery teams and manage technical risks.
About you
Essential
* Strong knowledge of UK electricity connections and network planning.
* Expertise in TMO4+, queue management and access reform.
* Knowledge of CUSC, DCUSA and industry codes.
* Experience delivering complex technical programmes in energy, utilities or infrastructure.
* Strong stakeholder and governance experience.
Desirable
* Chartered Engineer or equivalent.
* Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related field.
* Experience with system operators, regulators or network operators.
* Familiarity with Agile or PRINCE2.