HV Power Systems Engineer

HV Power Systems Engineer – Electricity North West
Salford or Preston | Permanent | up to £77k per annum (depending on experience)
Join one of the UK\’s most forward-thinking and award-winning electricity distribution networks.
Morson are proud to be partnering with Electricity North West (ENWL) to recruit an experienced HV Power Systems Engineer to join their Strategic Planning team. This role is pivotal to ensuring the network is fit for the future – supporting new demand and generation connections, including the integration of low carbon and renewable technologies.
As a key part of the planning centre of excellence, you\’ll work on complex and high-impact studies across the HV network, with a focus on resilience, performance, and enabling net-zero growth across the North West.
Key Responsibilities:
– Plan and develop the HV distribution network in line with licence conditions, engineering standards, and best practice
– Assess and deliver demand and generation connections, ensuring technically sound and cost-effective solutions
– Undertake post-connection acceptance studies
– Review and interpret G5/5, G99, P28, P29 studies for compliance
– Use power systems modelling tools such as IPSA and DINIS to assess the network under various scenarios
What Were Looking For:
– Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
– Excellent understanding of the UK power distribution system
– Proven experience in network planning or system studies
– In-depth knowledge of electrical network components, network operation, design standards, operational policy, and relevant Codes of Practice
– Proficiency in IPSA, DINIS or other power system analysis software
– Experience reviewing technical studies for regulatory compliance (e.g. G99, G5/5, P28, P29)
– UK-based candidates only (due to the nature of the role and compliance requirements)
Why Join?
Electricity North West were recently named \”Utility of the Year\” for their innovative approach and dedication to solving some of the industry\’s toughest challenges. This is an opportunity to join a business that\’s shaping the energy future of the North West – and where your technical input directly impacts real-world outcomes.
What\’s on Offer:
– Competitive salary + annual bonus scheme
– 26 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
– Market-leading pension scheme
– Access to employee rewards platform
– Professional development support & training pathways
– Flexible hybrid working model (typically 2-3 days on site)
Electricity North West values its people and is passionate about creating a great place to work – where everyone can be themselves, reach their full potential, and build lasting careers. The company is committed to increasing diversity of thought and talent within its workforce, aiming to recruit people who are representative of the communities it serves. Embracing differences is seen as a strength that makes the organisation stronger.
Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks have been completed to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. For this role, required checks include references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, and a drug and alcohol test.
Interested?
Apply today or get in touch with Jonathan for a confidential conversation.
jonathan.green@morson.com