Asset Management Engineer - Switchgear

About us

Unlock your Superpower, join National Grid in this strategic role as an Asset Management Engineer and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Electricity Transmission! With a focus on Transmission & Distribution Air or Gas-insulated Switchgear, you'll be at the forefront of our mission to achieve net-zero targets by 2050. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working while driving the lifecycle management of high-voltage equipment, influencing national policy, and supporting innovative strategies.

With a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development, this is your chance to make a real impact in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

We are looking for an Asset Lifecycle Engineer - T&D Air or Gas-insulated Switchgear
and associated equipment.

Hybrid working with flexible office locations available.

(Cover Letter is required for this position)

Electricity Transmission (ET) is navigating through an exciting time as we evolve to meet net-zero targets for 2050. Joining us as an Asset Management Engineer you will support the development of all aspects of the lifecycle for electricity transmission equipment in the required area of T&D Air or Gas-insulated Switchgear
- Experience of specification, design, development, maintenance and/or lifetime management of transmission & distribution gas-insulated substations and their associated equipment.

Focussing on transmission level voltage equipment between 400kV and 33kV, working at the heart of National Grid Electricity Transmission's Asset Management and Engineering department in Asset Operations to meet the aspirations of Net Zero and the delivery of the Great Grid Upgrade.

As an Asset Management Engineer within the Asset Management - Substation HV Plant team, you will drive the development of all aspects of Substation HV T&D Air or Gas-insulated Switchgear assets lifecycle within your specific area of technical expertise (depending on background/experience). Ensuring we support the delivery of our RIIO T2/T3 regulatory period commitments and develop the Asset intervention and net zero strategies for RIIO T3/T4 and beyond to meet strategic and business objectives.

• Provide detailed, technical and asset management knowledge in either area above depending on experience.
• Be involved across the whole lifecycle of the specific asset category.
• Create and amend policies, procedures, technical specifications, work specifications, internal standards and technical guidance within area of expertise
• Support the development of the Technical Strategy and identify the need for appropriate intervention strategies across our HV plant portfolio and identify innovation opportunities
• Support the development of virtual team working to take advantage of technology and methodology developments within specific area of technical expertise
• Undertake Type Registration activities in line with relevant procedures with limited supervision
• Support external engagement - Regulatory & Energy Industry Understanding
• Represent National Grid on appropriate national and international committees influencing the direction of national policy, standard or specifications
• Support other members of the team

You will be a self-starter who is eager to develop your business and technical skills, with the following qualifications and attributes:

Must Haves:

• Proven experience in the specification, design, development, and lifetime management of transmission & distribution air and/or gas-insulated substations and their associated equipment.
• A numerate degree or demonstrable experience in a relevant STEM area or industry.
• Proven knowledge and understanding of the principles of Asset Management.
• Membership or the ability to be a member of a relevant professional body.
• Ability to thrive when working to challenging deadlines.
• Able to communicate issues associated with your area of expertise in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, with experience and knowledge of the operational aspects of the work.

Desirable:

• Institute of Asset Management Principles of Asset Management certificate.
• Chartered Status with a relevant professional body.

• A starting salary up to £68,447 pa + £3,000 pa Market Supplement + Benefits package (depending on experience)
• Training and Development.
• 37 hours Mon - Fri (Location - Variable/Flexible (Permanent/Full time with hybrid working)
• 26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory days.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum. company contribution of 12%. Totalling 18%.
• Statutory Bank Holiday swapping - if you wish to change them for another day
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave - relevant to your role.
• Access to flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary…