Project Technical Lead

National Grid • Permanent • Remote (GB) • £62k / year • 7m ago

About the role

This role is based within our Strategic Infrastructure Team. Our new Strategic Infrastructure (SI) business unit has been set up to deliver a programme of new major projects in the UK, as well as other strategic projects to help us deliver on our net zero ambitions and help the UK Government meet its target of roughly 50GW of renewable energy by 2030.

We’re looking for a Project Technical Manager ad to join the SI Engineering & Project Delivery team that will deliver the portfolio of High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems essential to enable the connection of increasing volumes of renewable power generation.

Our project portfolio includes our Eastern Green Link projects; four HVDC links, each transferring 2GW of green energy between various locations in Scotland and England and Sea Link, an HVDC link to reinforce the transmission network between Suffolk and Kent. Given the scale of the challenge, more great projects are currently under development.

You’ll be given the flexibility you need to shape your role and will have the chance to work in a dynamic environment at the heart of the energy transition.

About the role

As a Project Technical Manager, you will play a critical role in delivering National Grid’s High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) projects, ensuring they meet technical, safety, and regulatory standards. You will be responsible for managing the engineering aspects of HVDC projects from conception and specifications through to commissioning, working closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to drive successful project outcomes.

Own the engineering delivery plan for the project.
Lead and manage the engineering design, development, and integration of HVDC projects within National Grid’s transmission network.

Ensure compliance with UK transmission regulations, Grid Code, and international HVDC standards (e.g., IEC, CIGRÉ). Collaborate with regulators, stakeholders, and internal departments to ensure alignment with NGET policies and strategic objectives.

Provide technical leadership, coaching, guidance, to multi-disciplinary engineering teams, including power systems, civil, cable and electrical engineers.
Develop the design specifications of the project with JV partners, and support the procurement, and evaluation of HVDC equipment, working with vendors and technology providers.
Manage engineering risks, ensuring project designs adhere to safety, reliability, and environmental requirements.
Lead the review and approval of technical designs, ensuring compliance with National Grid’s technical policies and procedures.
Provide engineering expertise to support cost estimation, planning, and feasibility studies for future infrastructure projects. There will be an opportunity to influence the future standards

About You

Essential:

Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field (Chartered Engineer is a bonus)
Ability to distil complex technical information into simple concepts for all audiences.
Proven experience in project engineering within a Transmission System Operator (TSO), utility, or Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) environment.

Desirable:

Understanding of HVDC assets (e.g., converter stations, system design, control systems, and DC cable systems)
Commercial acumen in dealing with the supply chain.
Experience working with Grid Code requirements, system studies, and network integration.
Good knowledge of relevant engineering standards.
Ability to manage engineering teams and coordinate multidisciplinary technical workstreams.
Ability to show good interpersonal and communication skills. You’ll be capable of leading and influencing devolved teams and gaining support and commitment from a wider group of stakeholders, engaging with suppliers, regulatory bodies, and project partners.
Experience in risk management, safety compliance, and environmental considerations for HVDC projects

Qualifications

A degree is essential
Significant engineering experience
Technical leadership
Ability to assess and manage proposals from the supply chain

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At National Grid, we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace for everyone. So, if you’re excited about this role but your experience or qualifications don’t match the job description exactly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be the right person for our growing business in this role or another one.

What you'll get

A competitive starting salary between £62,000 - £74,000 – dependent on capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on personal and company performance 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 number of flexible benefits such as a share incentive plan, salary sacrifice car and technology schemes, support via employee assistance lines and matched charity giving to name a few.

About Us

The British Energy Security Strategy set out the Government's ambition to connect up to 50GW of offshore generation to the electricity network by 2030. Facilitating this ambition will require significant reinforcements to the onshore electricity transmission network. National Grid Strategic Infrastructure will make this happen.

Here at National Grid, we connect homes and businesses to power, making sure supply and demand match each other. We make sure the lights are on in schools, operating theatres, and sporting arenas; we’re thousands of people working on behalf of millions of people.

Our investment in Strategic Infrastructure via the Great Grid Upgrade will mean more home grown power, greater energy security and a cleaner future.
Whatever your role, wherever you work with us, you’ll help us hit stretching targets and achieve our far-reaching goal: to secure, clean energy that supports our world far into the future. Here, you will be at the heart of energy.

More Information

This role closes on the 24th March, 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.

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