Control Engineer

Overview

Operate and manage NGED's 11kV high‑voltage distribution network from the Control Centre

Key Responsibilities

• field control
• adms operation
• fault switching
• commissioning
• security assessment
• outage data

Tasks

-Issuing field control (FCON) on defined sections of network up to 11kV. -Responding to situations compromising public safety by danger from the system. -Facilitating the connection and commissioning of new plant and equipment at all voltages up to 11kV. -Approving the release of plant and equipment from service for work or testing, and consenting to the issue of Safety Documents up to 11kV. -Operation of the company Network Control system (ADMS) up to 11kV, including switching and alarm management, and maintaining a record of all items. -Assessing HV System security and actions necessary to maintain optimum security on the electrical distribution network, ensuring all operations are carried out within the Distribution Safety Rules and other appropriate Company policy and regulations -Fault switching to enable rapid restoration of customers supplies at all voltages up to 11kV. -Checking and approval of planned switching schedules at all voltages up to 11kV. -Carrying out a quality audit of Safety Documents returned from field operators at all voltages up to 11kV. -Supporting the operational development of other people, such as trainees. -Maintaining and ensuring an accurate record of customer outage data that is recorded for IIS reporting. -Provide advice and solutions for matters relating to electrical systems and events impacting or likely to impact on the distribution network. -Supporting the operational response to network emergencies or unplanned events.

Requirements

• hm forces
• government
• overseas

What You Bring

-you have been serving overseas with HM Forces or in some other official capacity as a representative of HM Government

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Benefits

-you were living overseas with parents -Depending on experience, you may initially be appointed at a lower salary until all relevant courses and training are complete.

About National Grid

-Plays a critical role in delivering electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses. -Operates in both the UK and US, ensuring safe and reliable energy distribution. -Deeply involved in the development of renewable energy infrastructure, including wind and solar projects. -Key projects include cross-border power links to improve energy security and integrating low-carbon solutions. -Continually innovates to meet growing energy demand while reducing environmental impact. -Operates in both electricity and natural gas distribution across a vast geographical area in the US. -Invests in sustainability initiatives and clean energy infrastructure.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-national security vetting (sc) clearance required; normally 5 years uk residency before application -exceptions to residency requirement (e.g., overseas hm forces service, study abroad, living overseas with parents) are accepted