CONTROL ROOM ENGINEER

Morson Talent

  • Manchester
  • £77,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 19 days ago
  • Apply easily
Control Room Engineer – SP Electricity North West
Location: Manchester
Salary: £50,000 - £77,000 + BenefitsShift Work RequiredLooking for a role where your decisions make a real impact - every single day?
As a Hub Control Room Engineer, you’ll be right at the centre of the action, helping to monitor and manage the electricity distribution network that powers over five million people across the North West. Whether it's fault restoration, system control, or outage planning, you'll be making critical decisions in real time that keep homes, hospitals, schools, and businesses connected.Who are we?Morson Talent are proud to be working in partnership with Scotish Power Electricity North West — the region’s electricity network operator and a key player in the UK’s journey to net-zero. From powering local communities to enabling the growth of renewable energy, they’re leading the way toward a cleaner, greener future.What You’ll Be DoinAs a Hub Control Room Engineer, you’ll be on the front line of the Network Management Hub - making critical decisions in real time to keep the network safe, reliable, and efficient. In this fast-paced and collaborative control room environment, you’ll:
  • Monitor and manage the electricity distribution network in real-time.
  • Take the lead on restoring customer supply during unplanned faults - restoring customer supplies safely and efficiently to meet performance targets.
  • Perform power system analysis to support safe plant operation, generator output and system security.
  • Liaise with internal dispatchers, field engineers, embedded generators, and other DNOs to keep everything running smoothly.
  • Deliver top-tier customer service, especially during incidents, keeping internal teams and customers informed.
  • Always prioritise safety, following legislation and company codes of practice.
Why this role stands out?
  • Be part of a high-impact team that keeps the lights on for millions
  • Gain exposure to cutting-edge network control and operations
  • Build a career in a future-focused sector leading the clean energy transition
  • Work with a supportive, inclusive team who genuinely care about what they do
What’s in it for you?At Electricity North West, they don’t just power homes - they power careers too.
  • 25 days holiday (plus more with length of service)
  • Private healthcare & wellbeing support
  • Access to a rewards portal with discounts on top brands
  • Fantastic learning & development opportunities
  • A company culture that puts people first, values individuality, and celebrates diversity
What we’re looking forSomeone who thrives under pressure and has the technical expertise to keep the lights on - quite literally. We're looking for individuals who are driven, analytical, and calm when it counts.You’ll ideally bring:
  • An HNC or equivalent in Electrical Engineering (essential)
  • A sound understanding of electrical power systems and network operation
  • Exc

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