Power System Technical Engineer - NESO-

Title: Power System Technical Engineer - NESO-

Location: Wokingham, GB, RG41 5BN

Division: NESO Operational Readiness

Job Type:

Requisition Number: 61505

Department: ESO

Job Function: Engineering

About the role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

We're seeking a Power System Technical Engineer to support vital teams and contribute to the integrity and reliability of energy supply across Great Britain.

As a Power System Technical Engineer, you'll collaborate with a variety of teams, including network access planning, market requirements, generator contracts, operational readiness, and corporate affairs.

Your insights will be key in preparing board meeting reports, analysing performance data, identifying trends, and contribute to developing optimised solutions for operating the electricity system.

You’ll ensure our control room is equipped with the necessary information to manage the network effectively.

This operational role is highly visible and offers the chance to make a significant impact. Be part of a team that directly contributes to maintaining the security of the electricity supply.

This role can be based from Wokingham, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home.

Key accountabilities

1. Lead and manage the Operational Performance Review Board (OPRB) to track operational performance for the senior leadership team and drive continuous improvement.
2. Drive and develop optimized system operational strategies based on information gathered from various interface teams for unusual national events.
3. Negotiate and agree on the operational plan for real-time control room operations.
4. Lead a virtual team of peers across the organization to effectively manage critical operations, such as Winter Peak and Summer Minimum.
5. Collaborate with technical experts in unfamiliar subject areas to drive and develop operation strategies for the ENCC, quickly gaining sufficient understanding to provide technical support, expert advice, and guidance on system optimization.
6. Establish and foster positive relationships with industry interfaces, including DESNZ, OFGEM, Generators, Transmission Operators (TOs), and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs).

About you

1. Technical understanding of power system operation combined with knowledge of NESO operating principles.
2. Knowledge of power system planning or energy planning
3. Experience in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships
4. Excellent change management and negotiation skills
5. Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
6. Exceptional organisational skills and an inquisitive self-starter with great attention to detail
7. The ability to meet challenging deadlines and lead

Qualification:

1. Minimum STEM degree or relevant experience

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £52000 – 67000 – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

You will also have access to a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and professional success. From a competitive salary to flexible work arrangements, we promote your work-life balance. Enjoy fit for purpose wellbeing and lifestyle offerings, ongoing skill development aligned to our Purpose and Values, and be part of a supportive community that values your individuality and where you can belong.

About us

The creation of National Energy System Operator (NESO) is driven by an urgent need to unify and optimise our approach to energy. A more integrated and coordinated strategy is needed to meet the unprecedented challenges of climate change, ensuring secure energy supply, and keeping costs manageable for consumers.

Join us and empower your potential, energise our team, and be part of something bigger.

Your energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.

The time to deliver is now. As part of our team, you won’t just be touching the lives of almost everyone in Great Britain – you’ll be shaping the way we use and consume energy for generations to come.

More information

This role closes on 2nd December at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office.

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.