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Grid Development Engineer Unique BESS provider, working across heat decarbonisation, grid flexibility and energy services.London office- 3 days a week in office, hybrid modelUp to £45,000 DOE + benefits A unique player in the UK energy development market is expanding its battery storage team with a new Connections Development Engineer, responsible for working on grid connection activities across a growing national portfolio of projects. This is a crucial role for the team, playing a vital part in securing and managing grid connections while supporting wider development activities from site identification through to delivery. The companyThis organisation is at the forefront of the UK’s transition to smarter, cleaner energy systems. They develop, build, and operate flexible energy assets that help balance the grid and enable a lower-carbon future. You’ll be joining a supportive environment where new ideas are encouraged, and where career development is actively supported. The team has actually seen a lot of success from graduates reaching senior management level in the team. They hope the same for this role! The roleYou'd have the support of the Grid Manager, working as a part of the wider battery team, taking full ownership of grid connection applications and manage relationships with DNOs, IDNOs, and National Grid ESO. You’ll also contribute to early-stage project development activities such as site feasibility, planning support, and commercial negotiations. Key responsibilities:Prepare and submit grid connection applications to DNOs, IDNO and NESO.Review connection offers, assessing technical and commercial terms and identifying cost optimisation opportunities.Act as the primary point of contact for external grid stakeholdersSupport the development team with site assessments, landowner negotiations, and project identification About you:We're looking for graduates or recent graduates for this role, or somebody with a 1-2 years of relevant industry experience. We're also looking for candidates with a can-do attitude that are looking for progression into the industry. This role would suit ambitious and motivated characters looking for a role and company in which they can develop with. Apply to this role for more details on this opportunity!