Energy Engineer

Octopus Energy is seeking an Energy Engineer based in Greater Manchester, with flexibility for remote work. The role involves designing and overseeing the integration of the KrakenFlex system on green energy assets, assessing technical feasibility, and supporting project management. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering and experience in the energy industry. Octopus Energy values inclusivity and encourages diverse applicants.
Ideally you will be based in the Greater Manchester and happy to come into the office a couple of days per week! But we appreciate that things have changed and flexibility is at the top of everyone's agenda, so if you would rather be remote please let us know.

If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you.

Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.

What you'll do
• Design, develop and oversee the technical integration and onboarding of the KrakenFlex system on green energy assets. These can range from transmission connected battery and solar plants to smaller distributed energy resources
• Assess the technical feasibility of integrations with the support of in-house specialists (Software Developers, Commissioning and Controls Engineers) as well as external partners and suppliers.
• Give technical presentations to stakeholders
• Develop as a technical SME supporting internal teams on Electrical/Power Systems related discussions and issues
• Undertake site visits where required to better understand site technical requirements
• Attend regular project meetings to support the Project Manager with ongoing integration projects
• Support exploration into new energy markets and regionsWhat you'll need
• Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in Electrical Engineering or similar technical field
• Experience of working in the Energy Industry (Consultancy, DNO, TNO/TSO, OEM, Energy Trader or equivalent)
• Understanding of Electrical Power Systems and the Energy Market
• Understanding of energy storage and renewable generation
• Strong people and presentation skills
• Able to read and write technical documents and drawings (slide decks, datasheets, SLDs, BCDs)
• Self-motivated and organisedIt would be great if you had
• Ability to travel to work with partners, customers and colleagues in other offices (with a clean drivers licence)
• Understanding of computer networks
• Experience in the design of electrical networks for generation plants
• Experience of regulatory documentation involved in the connection of generation schemes in the UK or abroad (G99, Grid Code)
• Experience of interfacing with SCADA systemsWhy else you'll love it here
• Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit!
• Octopus Energy is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We won best company to work for in 2022, on Glassdoor we were voted 50 best places to work in 2022 and our Group CEO, Greg has recorded a podcast about our culture and how we empower our people
• Visit our perks hub - Octopus Employee Benefits