Commissioning Specialist

National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) is at the heart of energy in the UK. The electricity we provide gets the nation to work, powers schools and brings energy to life. Our energy network connects the nation, so it’s essential that it’s continually evolving, advancing and improving. In NGET we are passionate about both operating our network safely and providing a highly reliable quality of supply for our customers.

At the heart of achieving these outcomes is the safe and effective management of the commissioning of new and replacement assets on to our network. As Commissioning Specialist, you will proactively deliver compliant Commissioning Switching Programmes (CSPs) for Control Room implementation. You will be the subject matter expert for the Commissioning team, supervising the training and development of 4x commissioning leads and aiding with complex CSPs. You’ll manage and co-ordinate all internal and external parties to ensure a safe, network secure commissioning strategy and sequence, on time and without adversely impacting other planned outputs.

You’ll lead the operational technical comment on CSPs, approve the switching strategy and sequence on behalf of the control room, and resolve any issues relating to delivery of CSPs in the control room. You’ll be responsible for system security, safety and that customer supplies are maintained at all times. In addition, you’ll be accountable for the production and distribution of operational documents required for operation in the control room and submission to the Electricity System Operator. You’ll be based in Warwick for 2 days per week and you’ll combine this with hybrid working from home.

What you’ll need:

• Previous experience of working with commissioning or switching plans.
• Control Engineer, Distribution Network Operator (DNO) control room, or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation.
• Excellent understanding of transmission network operation and basic analysis techniques.
• Up to date Control Room experience would be beneficial.
• Minimum of HNC in an engineering or STEM related subject, or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of the transmission system safety issues and all relevant Procedures.
• Supervisory or mentoring experience would be advantageous.
• Ability to work under pressure, remaining calm and focused on the task at hand.
• Good logical, analytic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication with decision making skills.
• Ability to work within tight timescales and make accurate assessments of multiple interdependent operational activities.

What’s in it for you?

• A competitive salary of £55,000 to £75,000 - dependant on capability.
• 26 days annual leave plus eight statutory days.
• The option to buy additional or sell holiday days.
• Generous contributory pension scheme - we will double-match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.
• Financial support to help cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, course fees, books, exam fees and time off for study leave - so long as it’s relevant to your role.
• Access to 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.
• Family care benefits including a back-up care service for when your usual care arrangements fall through (six paid days each year as standard with the option to purchase further days).
• Access to apps that support health, fitness and wellbeing.

This role closes at midnight on 29th January 2026 however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary. In most cases, National Grid is unable to offer sponsorship for employment under the UK points-based immigration system. As such, applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship now or in the future under the UK points-based immigration system. However, in exceptional circumstances where there is a clear and demonstrable need for specialist skills that cannot be sourced from the local labour market, National Grid may consider offering sponsorship. All applications are welcome from candidates who meet these requirements, regardless of race, nationality, or ethnic origin.