Lead Policy Engineer (Earthing and Protection Application)
National Grid
Lead SME for Earthing & Protection, shaping policy and standards.
17 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Castle Donington, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
23,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Design
Operations and Maintenance
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Electricity Transmission
Electricity Distribution
Gas Transmission
Gas Distribution
Hydrogen Transmission
Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS)
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
equipment development
failure analysis
risk modelling
r&d expertise
procurement support
policy development
- Identifies and leverages individual strengths and potential within the team, creates cohesion across different functional areas of focus
- Develop new equipment and installation/maintenance techniques, chase value and bring about improvements in safety, efficiency and/or reduce lifetime cost
- Contribute to the development, maintenance and review of other Company Policies
- Approve the development, maintenance and review of a suite of materials that can be used to disseminate policy changes and updates
- Provide subject matter expertise for R&D and Innovation work/forums relating to Earthing & Protection
- Support the Procurement Team in the global tendering processes
- Support failure investigations and root cause analysis relating to Earthing & Protection equipment
- Represent the company on National and International committees leading the response to external consultations related to Earthing & Protection
- Conduct reviews of existing policy and standard techniques based on feedback from Policy Application Specialists, dissemination sessions and questions received from the business
- Contribute to the company’s Asset Risk modelling and strategic planning through expert input on the risks associated with Earthing & Protection systems
- Deliver results on time, to required quality standards and to budget, to fulfil the business plan and achieve/support company goals
- Provide clear guidance as and when required on Earthing, battery system and protection design queries
- Provide up to date knowledge of International and UK specific policies
- Maintain their subject matter expertise including up to date knowledge on NGED policy, Earthing, battery systems and Protection
What you bring
chartered engineer
protection
earthing
electrical degree
asset risk
driving licence
- The ability to interpret and explain complex technical matters to varied audiences
- The ability to influence strategically at all levels of the organisation, across the group and externally in relation to Earthing & Protection
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) or openness to work toward chartered status with the Institute of Engineering Technology or equivalent institution.
- Significant experience in protection and/or earthing systems, preferably within a DNO environment. An understanding of legacy network protection is desirable
- The ability to motivate, counsel, coach, and develop peers, and others
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills
- A degree in Electrical Engineering or a relevant STEM discipline
- Is able to drive continuous improvement in the areas of safety, efficiency, the environment, asset value and network performance
- Experience in Asset Risk Management is desirable
- A valid driving licence
- Can demonstrate an analytical approach to complex technical topics
- Can communicate a compelling business case to the whole organisation to gain buy in for significant change
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Company
Overview
1990 Founded
Year Established
The company was established in 1990 to deliver electricity and gas to millions of homes and businesses.
15,000 km
High-Voltage Network
Manages an extensive electricity transmission network of high-voltage lines across the UK.
- 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.
- Stand up for safety every day
- Put our customers first
- Be inclusive, supporting and caring for each other
- Speak up, challenge and act where something doesn’t feel right
- Embrace the power and opportunity of diversity
- Increase efficiency to help with customer affordability
- Work with others to find solutions for customers
- Commit to learning and new ideas
- Take personal ownership for delivering results
- Be bold and act with passion and purpose
- Focus on progress over perfection
- Follow the problem through to the end
ÂŁ51B Investment
Green Infrastructure Commitment
The company has committed to investing ÂŁ51 billion in green infrastructure projects by March 2029.
Net Zero 2050
Carbon Neutral Goal
Achieve net zero emissions across Scopes 1, 2, and 3 by 2050.
60% Reduction
GHG Emissions Target
Aim to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 60% by 2030-31 compared to the 2018-19 baseline.
99.4% Diversion
Construction Waste Management
99.4% of construction waste is diverted from landfill.
- 37.5% reduction in absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 2033/34 (excluding sold electricity)
- 100% electric light-duty fleet by 2030; transition medium/heavy-duty to zero-carbon alternatives
- 50% reduction in absolute SF6 emissions by 2030/31
- 20% reduction in energy consumption in flagship offices by 2030/31
- 50% reduction in annual air-travel emissions by 2025/26 (from 2019/20 baseline), with remaining emissions offset
- Engage top 50% of US suppliers (by emissions) and top 80% of UK suppliers to set Science-Based Targets by 2025/26
- 17% reduction in controllable Scope 1 and 2 emissions since FY19
- Connecting 1.35 GW of new low-carbon generation to the network in 2023-24
- 100% renewable energy purchased for metered estate
- 7.9% improvement in environmental value of non-operational land since FY21
- 100% of construction projects committing to deliver 10% net gain or greater
- Zero waste to landfill across key areas by 2026
- Restore natural environment by 10% on UK-managed land
- ISO 14001 integrated management system certification
Ranked #1 UK
Gender Equality Ranking
Recognized as the top company in the UK and ranked globally by Equileap in 2021.
84% Score
Workforce Disclosure Initiative
Achieved an 84% score in the Workforce Disclosure Initiative in 2022, reflecting strong progress in inclusion and diversity practices.
#1 in Times Top 50
Gender Equality Employer Ranking
Named the number one employer for gender equality in the Times Top 50 Employers list for 2023.
Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index
Index Inclusion
Included in the 2023 Bloomberg Gender‑Equality Index, recognizing commitment to transparent reporting and advancing women's equality.
- Aspiration to be among the most inclusive, diverse and equitable companies in business
- Embed inclusion into everything we do
- Build a diverse and innovative green workforce for our customers
- Deliver organisation‑wide equity through our processes
- Use our voice, platform and influence to create dialogue and elevate issues
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