Network Innovation Engineer

It is essential that the successful candidate is able to demonstrate the following:

• A third-level qualification in Electrical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline, or demonstrable equivalent relevant experience gained through relevant technical and engineering roles.
• A strong understanding of power engineering principles and their practical application within an electricity distribution or utility environment.
• Proven experience leading and delivering projects or complex engineering initiatives, with accountability for scope, programme, stakeholders and outcomes.
• A high level of IT capability, including effective use of Microsoft Office applications and other digital tools to support analysis, reporting and project delivery.
• Hold a current UK driving licence.

Desirable Criteria It would be advantageous if you have any of the following:

• A recognised project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile or similar).
• Practical knowledge of smart grid technologies and an understanding of how they can be applied within an electricity network.
• An understanding of electricity market design and operation
• Experience contributing to or delivering innovation, trial or demonstrator projects, particularly within a utility or infrastructure environment.
• Experience engaging with and managing a wide range of internal and external stakeholders
• Membership of a relevant professional body (or working towards membership)

Personal Competencies

• Integrity
• Innovative & creative
• Flexiblity & adaptability
• Personal Effectiveness

We offer a competitive and attractive reward package which is regularly reviewed. It includes (but not limited to: EXCELLENT REWARDS Competitive market rate salary Company pension scheme matched up to 8% (plus SMART pension where employees benefit from lower national insurance contributions Minimum of 23 days holidays plus 11 statutory days Opportunity to Buy & Sell Annual leave Professional accreditation Educational & Training opportunities PERSONAL WELLBEING Health and Wellbeing Programmes Annual Flu vaccination program Occupational health & welfare counselling support Health care schemes - BHSF Enhanced maternity/paternity provisions & childcare schemes Family friendly policies Eye Test vouchers Access to discounts / Perks card Salary sacrifice schemes such as the Cycle to Work scheme Long Service & Full attendance Awards Social Club Attachments Attachment Role Specification - Network Innovation Engineer May 26 2.pdf (527 Kb)