Distribution network operator powering London, South East & East England, maintaining electricity networks.
Design, implement & manage IT/OT network & voice services for UK power grid
28 days ago ago
£85,000
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Ipswich, GB
Hybrid
Company Size
6,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Network Maintenance
Asset Management
Connections Services
Grid Construction
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Transport
Maritime
Nuclear
Solar
Rail
Defence
Aviation
Role
Description
network design
tech monitoring
standards development
vendor management
sd-wan design
cloud interconnect
Develop and help design and implement IT/OT network Infrastructure for UKPN.
Monitor IT industry advances in technical infrastructure and associated new technology. Use this knowledge to assess likely impact on architecture, and to assist IT Operations and Business Architects in considering use of such technology etc.
Develop standards and policy relating to technical architecture direction and usage
Work with strategic vendors for solution evaluation and customization and will provide third-level Operations support for incident resolution, and leadership over critical operational maintenance works.
Developing the architecture that supports our wide portfolio of products in the Communications market including- LTE Roaming and clearing, Caller ID and protection services, Messaging services, SS7 and mobile signalling services.
Design and support solutions specific to our Communications market
Design solutions such as large-scale SD-WAN, IPSec and MPLS VPN, IP multicast solutions and public cloud interconnects across wired and wireless comms.
Requirements
autocad
visio
mpls
sd-wan
ipsec
bgp
Familiar with mobile networks.
Experience in network design and implementation based on high-level customer requirements
Experience of carrier-based multiplexer networks (TDM & SDH).
Able to work flexible hours and provide on-call support
Experience of designing complex multi-vendor, multi-technology IP networks.
Experience with architecture and provisioning of solutions within MPLS or SD-WAN based environments
Experience with Customer Edge features such as Network Address Translation, VRRP/HSRP
Experience resolving spanning-tree issues.
Experience with Voice over IP, Dial Services (Async/PPP, ISDN), Wireless services (CDMA, EVDO, GPRS, EDGE, 802.11b/g/n), Server Load-Balancing (F5)
Proficient in IP Multicast design, configuration, operation, and troubleshooting
Familiarisation of SCADA network infrastructure and protocols.
Experience of modem configuration and serial comms protocols.
Experience of Avaya/Extreme/Ruggedcom LAN switches and configuration.
Familiar with optic fibre networks.
TCP/IP and routing knowledge (BGP & OSPF).
The ability to produce detailed network drawings using AutoCAD & Visio
Proficient in IPSec (including DMVPN and RRI) design, configuration, operation, and troubleshooting
Familiar with satellite and radio networks.
Experience with AAA, Tacacs+, Radius, and CA/PKI
Benefits
Reservist Leave – Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
Employee Assistance Programme
Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
Discounted gym membership
25 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays.
Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
Personal Pension Plan – Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
Occupational Health support
Switched On – scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers’ products
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Born in 2010
Year of Establishment
The company originated as part of EDF's networks regional carve-out.
£1.7 bn Revenue
Annual Revenue in 2021
Operates regulated electricity networks serving 8 million homes and businesses.
It has built resilience through landmark innovation—funded by Ofgem—for projects like Low Carbon London and Flexible Plug & Play, pioneering smart grid integration.
The company architected and maintains private networks serving Heathrow, Stansted, London Underground and Canary Wharf, showcasing its aptitude in high-stakes infrastructure.
Its rollout of pole-support trusses and smart connection portals highlights a knack for clever engineering that minimizes disruption while boosting reliability.
From carrying legacy cables to orchestrating EV infrastructure and hydrogen experimentation, its story is one of transforming traditional power delivery for modern demands.
Culture + Values
Customer commitment - We put our customers at the heart of everything we do.
Integrity - We act with honesty and integrity in everything we do.
Collaboration - We work together to achieve shared goals.
Excellence - We strive for excellence in all aspects of our work.
Innovation - We embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
Sustainability - We deliver sustainable solutions for future generations.
Environment + Sustainability
Net Zero 2050
Target Year
Aim to achieve net zero emissions by the year 2050.
30% Emissions Reduction
Carbon Target
Aiming to reduce carbon emissions by 30% compared to 2019 levels by 2028.
Welcoming investment in low-carbon technologies and renewable energy solutions.
Committed to decarbonizing the grid, supporting the transition to electric vehicles, and enhancing energy storage capabilities.
Significantly reduced fleet emissions by introducing electric vehicles and low-emission technology.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% Female Leads
Female Representation Target
Targeting 40% female representation in leadership roles by 2025.
26% Workforce Women
Current Workforce Demographics
Currently, 26% of the workforce are women.
11% Ethnic Minorities
Workforce Diversity Makeup
11% of the workforce are from ethnic minorities.
Diversity and inclusion programs focused on career development and recruitment strategies.
Strong commitment to pay transparency and addressing gender pay gaps.