Power System Engineer (Restoration Engineer) - NESO (Wokingham, GB, RG41 5BN) chez National Energy System Operator (NESO) | National Energy System Operator

About the role

National Energy System Operator (NESO) recognises the potential of bright and talented individuals, and we encourage you to join us as Great Britain’s energy system undergoes an ambitious, exciting, and vital transformation. Together with industry, we are creating a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

This exciting opportunity will allow the post holder to engage across NESO and a wide group of industry stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of this multi-faceted programme of work. The post holder will support the overseeing of the implementation, monitoring and reporting of Electricity System Restoration Standard (ESRS) for GB. They will join as a Senior Restoration engineer in small team who, on behalf of NESO, will work collaboratively with our internal and external Stakeholders to deliver the implementation of the Electricity System Restoration Standard.

The post holder will assist in coordinating the necessary changes required to facilitate ESRS implementation, including the development of:

• Restoration needs into the future (Networks)
• New IT tools to support restoration
• Fit-for-purpose Assurance Activities to be implemented across the electricity industry
• Develop/continue any required New Markets and/or funding mechanisms for providers
• Initiate/continue relevant regulatory framework changes and updates
• Framework(s) to enable contributions to the Electricity System Restoration (ESR) from a wider range of technologies

This role can be based from Wokingham or Warwick, and we continue to offer hybrid working from office and home. We are open to full time and part time applicants, as well as flexible working arrangements.

About us

National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) mission is to facilitate the decarbonisation of Great Britain’s energy network and ensure the delivery of reliable, affordable, and clean electricity for consumers. We work with stakeholders across the whole energy industry to plan for future network needs, using a wider adoption of technology and changes in consumer behaviour, as well as ensuring we have the right markets, networks, and frameworks in place, to transform the way we operate tomorrow.

Join us, and let’s energise progress.

energy, our future, together.

About the National Energy System Operator (NESO)

In Autumn of 2024, the ESO transitioned to National Energy System Operator, or NESO for short. Previously denoted as the Future System Operator (or FSO), the new National Energy System Operator is the independent body responsible for planning Great Britain’s electricity and gas networks and operating the electricity system.  

The ESO, including all of its existing roles, are now at the heart of the new National Energy System Operator. As NESO, we will build on our existing roles, capabilities, and ways of working significantly to create an organisation the energy system and its users’ need. Our new capabilities will enable us to look across vectors, including electricity, natural gas and hydrogen, and crucially consider the trade-offs between them.

The organisation is set up as a public corporation with its own Board of independent directors, with complete operational independence from government, the regulator and any and all commercial interest. As was the ESO, NESO will be licenced and regulated by Ofgem through price control agreements and obligated to identify optimal solutions to system operations and planning in the most sustainable, affordable and secure way for all.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the management of the multi-layered plan for implementing and delivering the ESRS for NESO, providing updates to the NESO Executive Team on programme delivery.
• Engage with industry stakeholders to ensure that the implementation of the Restoration Standard takes their perspectives into account where feasible.
• Oversee the development and execution of necessary changes to ensure NESO's readiness and compliance with ESRS obligations.
• Represent NESO at external groups and forums.
• Provide leadership and guidance for the Future Restoration team, which is responsible for:
  • Reporting on progress for the Restoration Standard implementation.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all relevant stakeholders and customers, both internal and external, addressing liaison matters as needed.
•  Offer technical assessment capabilities to complement commercial assessments of CUSC parties’ resilient claims.
  •  Coordinate with other NESO functions to integrate ESRS, system risks, and resilience considerations into their activities.
  •  Support interactions with DESNZ, Ofgem, and other industry forums regarding ESRS.

About you

We’re forging the path, and we know we can’t do it alone. That’s why we need visionary minds like yours to join us on this transformative journey. In this case, we’re looking for someone who:

• Demonstrated knowledge of electricity system operations.
• Comprehensive understanding of the energy sector, preferably supported by experience across various utilities such as Transmission Operators (TOs), Distribution Network Operators (DNOs), System Operators, and Generators.
• Familiarity with electricity licences, codes, and framework agreements (including GC, STC, CUSC, and SQSS).
• Understanding of electricity market operations, balancing schemes, and the Balancing Settlement Code.
• Proven ability to manage projects involving multiple internal and external deliverables.
• Capacity to establish strong networks within the industry and promote a culture of co-creation for the ESRS.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with an aptitude for effective collaboration and influence among diverse parties in the energy industry and within NESO, while managing potentially conflicting interests.
• Demonstrates knowledge of generation technologies, including thermal, hydro, wind, solar, storage, and interconnectors. While not at an expert level, possesses a clear understanding of how these technologies operate and participate within the system.
• Experience in data management and information analysis.

Research shows that some people may hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At NESO, we believe potential comes in many forms and we’re committed to a fair, inclusive recruitment process where everyone can show their talents. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds to build a workforce that feels valued and respected and represents the communities we serve.

What you'll get

A competitive salary between £62,000 - £70,000pa – dependent on experience and capability.

As well as your base salary, you will receive a bonus based on company performance, 26 days annual leave as standard and a competitive contributory pension scheme where we will double match your contribution to a maximum company contribution of 12%.

As we work towards creating a cleaner, greener, and more affordable future for all, we also work towards creating a place for our teammates to belong, with professional and personal growth and positive well-being.

• Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximise your potential along your career journey.
• A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table.
• Generous Total Rewards Plan – comprising of health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits.
  
  

More Information

This role closes on 26th October 2025 at 23:59, however we encourage candidates to submit their application as early as possible and not wait until the published closing date as this can vary.

We work towards the highest standards in everything we do, including how we support, value and develop our people. Our aim is to encourage and support employees to thrive and be the best they can be. We celebrate the difference people can bring into our organisation, and welcome and encourage applicants with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and offer flexible and tailored support, at home and in the office. 

We're committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve, and a working environment in which each individual feels valued, respected, fairly treated, and able to reach their full potential.

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