Grid Connections Engineer

Grid Connections Engineer in Moorway, Derby (DE1), DE1 | SCINERGY Recruitment Limited Search Search Grid Connections Engineer SCINERGY Recruitment Limited Moorway, Derby (DE1), DE1 Permanent Published: 1 month ago From £60,000 to £90,000 per annum Competitive basic, car allowance and Grid Connections Engineer SCINERGY Recruitment Limited Grid Connections Engineer – Renewable Energy Between c.£70,000 - c.£90,000 overall package Hybrid Working – England Travel Required (Ideal candidate locations: Midlands / Oxfordshire / Lincolnshire / Yorkshire) SCINERGY Recruitment are recruiting for a Grid Connections Engineer to join a leading UK renewable energy generator operating Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Projects (BESS) and captured methane. This role is responsible for managing grid connection activities across a portfolio of operational assets and new-build renewable projects throughout the UK. The successful candidate will work closely with Development, Construction and Asset Management teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, compliantly and in line with programme and budget expectations. The role will involve: · Overseeing grid connections from feasibility through to energisation · Acting as technical lead with DNOs, NESO, ICPs, EPCs and suppliers · Managing grid applications and negotiating connection offers · Assessing network constraints, risks and reinforcement requirements · Reviewing electrical designs (SLDs, protection, metering and control systems) · Ensuring compliance with UK Grid and Distribution Codes (including G99/G100) · Supporting commissioning, testing and operational handover · Providing HV input for new connections and network upgrades · Supporting early-stage solar and BESS development and due diligence · Evaluating connection costs, timelines and technical viability · Upholding strong H&S standards in line with CDM, RAMS and safe systems of work · Reporting progress and maintaining accurate technical documentation · Building collaborative relationships with internal teams and network operators To be considered for this role, you should have: · A degree (or equivalent experience) in Electrical Engineering, General Engineering or Power Engineering · 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) qualification · Experience delivering grid-connected power or renewable energy projects · Strong understanding of UK grid compliance frameworks and ENA standards · Knowledge of HV systems, protection coordination and commissioning processes · Experience applying UK Health & Safety legislation within engineering or construction environments · Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously · Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally What’s on offer: · Very competitive basic salary · Car Allowance · Performance-related bonus · 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays · 6% employer pension contribution Similar Grid Connections Engineer Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Electrical Supervisor ARC (Norwich) Limited Nottingham (NG1), NG1 2AP Market related 1 month ago Principal Electrical Engineer Premier Technical Recruitment Burton-On-Trent (DE13) £60000 - £65000 per annum + generous benefits 1 month ago Electrical Site Supervisor ATA Recruitment Castle Donington, Derby (DE74), DE74 2NJ £380 - 400 per day (Outside IR35) 2 weeks ago Lead Control Systems Engineer Automation Experts Ltd Derby (DE1) From £50,000 to £55,000 per annum + Car Allowances + Benefits 3 weeks ago Controls Engineer ATA Recruitment Bestwood Village, Nottingham (NG6), NG6 8RE £52k - 60k per year + company car allowance, pension, 1.5x and more gr 3 weeks ago Electrical Commissioning Engineer Edwards & Pearce Limited Lincolnshire, BBTE Up to £32.00 per hour 2 weeks ago Electrical Engineer Hays Ellistown, Coalville (LE67) £25.0 - £30.0 per hour + £27.50 per hour 2 weeks ago Air Conditioning Engineer JWB RECRUITMENT LTD West Midlands From £40,000 to £50,000 per annum 1 week ago Electrical Engineer Pilgrim’s Europe Osmaston, Ashbourne (DE6), DE6 1HA Competitive 1 day ago Solar Electrician ACCELERATED PEOPLE MANAGEMENT LTD Nottingham (NG1) £300 - £350 per day + Contract Role + Local Work 2 weeks ago Management jobs Management jobs in Moorway Technical jobs Technical jobs in Moorway Jobs in Moorway Totaljobs About us Work for us Media centre Partners Jobseeker Jobs Jobseeker login Salary Planner Jobseeker help centre Career advice Recruiter Courses Advertise a job Recruiter login Contact us – recruiters Recruiter advice Recruit internationally Let's connect Apps Privacy policy Terms and conditions Cookies Compliance Accessibility The Stepstone Group UK Ltd © 2026