Title:  Energy Systems Engineer - ESO

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.

Join NESO, a leader in balancing electricity supply and demand across Great Britain as an Electrical Engineer - Power System Support Engineer in the Day Ahead Congestion Forecasting (DACF) team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the secure and economic operation of the power system.

Your work directly impacts the reliability of electricity supply across the nation. This is a crucial role, contributing to the accuracy of grid models and providing critical support to transmission network analysis.

This role is based in Wokingham and follows a rotating day shift schedule every four weeks, covering all 365 days of the year. Daytime hours only.

This schedule will include an additional shift allowance to your basic salary.

Key accountabilities

• Lead the creation and release of UK individual grid for transmission security analysis.
• Undertake study setup responsibilities for Transmission Analysis Engineers within System Operations
• Provide support for system model study facilities and prepare datasets, continuously improving data quality.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Actively participate in and lead testing/process improvements for various programmes.

About you

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• A degree in electrical engineering or a similar subject.
• A sound understanding of electrical theory and NESO’s role within the electricity industry.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to effectively contribute to a team and present information clearly.
• Experience within the electricity industry is desirable but not essential.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £45,000 - £55,000– dependent on experience and capability. Plus shift supplement of 20.8%.

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

At National Energy System Operator (NESO), we’re aiming to operate a zero-carbon electricity system for Great Britain by 2030 when there is sufficient renewable generation. This means change is needed across the whole system to transition away from fossil fuels and deliver clean, and affordable energy for everyone across the country.

Join a journey that matters.

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 9th March 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.