Graduate Grid Connections Manager

Graduate Grid Connections Manager
Location: Flexible (Hybrid Working)
Salary: 35,000 - 40,000

Are you a recent Electrical Engineering graduate looking to kick-start your career in the rapidly growing energy and infrastructure sector?

We're working with a leading engineering consultancy that is delivering some of the UK's largest infrastructure and decarbonisation programmes. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team working on innovative projects that are helping shape the future of sustainable transport and energy infrastructure.

You'll receive hands-on mentoring from experienced engineers while gaining exposure to large-scale projects involving EV charging infrastructure, power networks, renewable energy integration and grid connections.

The Opportunity
As a Graduate Grid Connections Manager, you'll support the delivery of electrical infrastructure projects from concept through to completion. Working alongside experienced engineers and project teams, you'll develop a strong understanding of grid connections, electrical design, stakeholder management and project delivery.

This role offers excellent long-term career progression within one of the UK's fastest-growing sectors, giving you the opportunity to build technical expertise while contributing to the country's transition towards net zero.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the design and coordination of electrical infrastructure and grid connection projects.
• Assisting with feasibility studies to assess network capacity and connection opportunities.
• Liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), Independent Connection Providers (ICPs), contractors and other external stakeholders.
• Reviewing electrical designs and technical documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Supporting the delivery of EV charging infrastructure projects from design through commissioning.
• Assisting with testing, commissioning and technical assurance activities.
• Helping integrate renewable energy technologies and battery storage solutions into electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ensuring projects comply with current UK electrical regulations and safety standards.
• Monitoring project progress and supporting reporting requirements.
• Keeping up to date with developments in grid connections, renewable energy and electrical engineering.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles and UK regulations (BS7671).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Experience
Experience gained through placements, internships or university projects involving any of the following would be advantageous:

• Power distribution or grid connections.
• Renewable energy or battery energy storage.
• EV charging infrastructure.
• Electrical design software such as Amtech, Trimble or similar.
• Working with DNOs, ICPs, EPC contractors or engineering consultancies.

What's On Offer

• Hybrid and flexible working.
• Competitive salary with annual reviews.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Excellent pension.
• Structured graduate development programme.
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced engineers.
• Clear career progression within a growing consultancy.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant energy and infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious graduate who wants to build a career at the forefront of the UK's energy transition, working on projects that will play a key role in expanding the country's electrical infrastructure and supporting a more sustainable future.

Apply now or reach out to Roberto Sartori on (phone number removed) for more info.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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