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Sr. Grid Compliance & Commissioning Manager

RemoteUnited Kingdom only
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Role
Engineering Management
Experience
Senior
Employment
Full-time
Company size
Enterprise
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Senior grid compliance and commissioning engineer for UK projects. Requires 5–10 years in renewables grid connections, Chartered Engineer (IET) and strong power‑systems modelling skills (DIgSILENT/PSCAD). Remote UK role with ~20% travel and deep knowledge of UK grid code (G99/BELLA/BEGA/NESO/DNO).

Core skills

Grid code compliance (G99)DIgSILENT PowerFactoryPSCAD

Required skills

Power systems engineeringBELLA/BEGA arrangementsStatic and dynamic modellingGrid model testingHarmonics modelling (G5/5)Voltage fluctuation/imbalance assessment (P28/P29)Technical documentation preparationScope of Work draftingStakeholder engagement with DNOs and NESO

What you'll do

  • Track all project deliverables related to grid compliance and report monthly on status and issues.
  • Proactively identify and manage changes in the grid code compliance scope, identify potential risks, and prepare contingency plans.
  • Support the Commissioning Manager to provide realistic grid code compliance commissioning schedules and test management plans.
  • Attend all relevant meetings with DNOs and NESO.
  • Review and provide comments on grid code compliance studies / modelling.
  • Engage and manage power systems engineering consultants when required.
  • Prepare technical documentation and Scope of Work for power system consultants when necessary.
  • Review and comment on Client technical documentation / scope of works during tender bid preparation, support the Applications Team on grid code compliance.
  • Assist the Project Execution Team with the preparation of contractual notices related to scope changes and other grid connection matters.
  • Engage with sub-contractor grid compliance / interface managers to ensure contractual requirements are met.
  • Manage OEM models (PCS, PPC etc) and coordinate necessary support between power system engineers and OEM model providers.
  • Assist commissioning team in the organisation of NESO/DNO’s grid compliance testing.
  • Responding to or coordinating responses to NESO/DNOs grid compliance testing and data requests.

What they require

  • Engineering Degree in Electrical or Power system engineering.
  • Chartered engineer status and member of the IET.
  • 5-10 years of relevant work experience in Renewables generation connection to Transmission or Distribution networks.
  • Familiar with grid connection process and G99/Full grid code requirements, including understanding of BELLA/BEGA arrangements.
  • Experience with grid code compliance studies, grid model testing in generation, transmission and/or distribution systems.
  • Experience with voltage fluctuation/imbalance modeling and assessment (P28/P29).
  • Experience with harmonics modeling and assessment (G5/5).
  • Knowledge of all legal and technical documentation related to UK grid connection.
  • Static and Dynamic Modeling Tools/Software experience (e.g., DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD).
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work with internal and external customer team members.

Benefits

  • Flexible work options
  • Training programs and promotional opportunities
  • Work‑life balance support

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