Grid Code Compliance Engineer

Grid Code Compliance Engineer (12-Month Contract, Outside IR35)

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: 12-Month Contract (Outside IR35)

Overview

A leading UK energy developer is seeking an experienced Grid Code Compliance Engineer to support a large-scale flexible generation and storage project (750MW).

This role will play a key part in ensuring full Grid Code compliance across the design, modelling, commissioning, and operational phases of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Grid Code compliance studies, including voltage, reactive power, frequency response, and Fault Ride Through (FRT)
• Develop, validate, and maintain RMS and EMT models for grid-connected assets
• Support system studies and technical assessments for transmission-level compliance
• Act as technical interface with NESO (National Energy System Operator) for approvals and technical queries
• Oversee and support site testing and commissioning activities, including witness testing (harmonics, voltage, frequency response, performance validation)
• Conduct post-event analysis and investigation of system disturbances or compliance issues
• Ensure all project elements meet relevant UK Grid Code and transmission requirements

Key Requirements

• Strong background in Grid Code compliance engineering
• Proven experience with RMS and EMT modelling tools and system studies
• Familiarity with NESO / transmission system operator processes
• Experience in site testing, commissioning, and validation of grid-connected assets
• Strong understanding of HV power systems, ideally including BESS and/or conventional generation
• Ability to work across both design and delivery phases
• Strong communication skills with experience managing technical stakeholders

If this role is of interest, please email an updated CV to H.Sanger@mintselection.com, and I will be in touch to discuss further.

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