Grid Planning Engineer

As a Grid Planning Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring the reliable, efficient, and sustainable integration of energy infrastructure across our motorway service areas. You will be responsible for planning, designing, and coordinating grid connections to support existing operations and future growth, including EV charging, renewable energy integration, and site expansion projects.

We're proud to be leading the Electric Vehicle (EV) revolution on the UK motorway network, as we strive to encourage more sustainable driving by making it easier for EV drivers to recharge regardless of where they're going, or where they're coming from. Our aim is for all drivers to feel confident enough to switch to electric vehicles, safe in the knowledge that they don't need to worry about driving range anywhere in the UK, and we're proud to be leading the charge.

We're officially stepping into a brand new chapter as a CPO (Charge Point Operator), and have launched Moto Charge at our Toddington North site! This is a fantastic milestone for us, and fits in to our sustainability goals here itionally, it supports our ambition to continue leading the charge when it comes to our EV efforts.

• Grid Connection Planning:
  Assess grid capacity and develop connection strategies for service area sites.
• Liaise with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and National Grid to secure and manage connections.
• Infrastructure Design & Development:
  Design electrical infrastructure layouts for new and existing sites; support installation of EV charging networks, renewable energy systems, and backup power solutions.
• Project Delivery:
  Provide technical input into feasibility studies, planning applications, and construction projects; oversee contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with technical standards and safety regulations.
• Compliance & Standards:
  Ensure all grid planning activities meet regulatory, environmental, and health & safety requirements; maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK energy regulations, Ofgem guidance, and DNO processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Collaborate with internal teams (property, operations, sustainability) to align grid planning with business needs; act as the technical point of contact for external stakeholders including DNOs, consultants, and government bodies.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or related discipline.
• Proven experience in grid planning, power systems engineering, or energy infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of UK electricity networks, grid connection processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with EV charging infrastructure and renewable energy integration is highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.

We offer flexible working arrangements, including full or part time hours, as well as wherever we can compress or a fixed shift pattern to support your work life balance. Are you ready to take your career on a journey? APPLY TODAY

• Car Allowance
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Health insurance, Life Assurance, enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Up to 60% discount for you, your partner as well as your family and friends
• Fabulous training and development opportunities including funding qualifications