Design Operations Manager

Here's what you'll be doing

Base location – Flexible (Hybrid working)

Salary - £60,601 - £82,182 plus excellent employee benefits and career progression

Join E.ON UK Network Assets Limited as a Design/Technical Operations Manager!

Are you ready to be part of a groundbreaking venture within E.ON? E.ON UK Network Assets Limited is a new business that will operate as a licensed Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO), regulated by OFGEM and industry standards. Our ambition is to carve out a significant market share and become a leader in the competitive connections market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Leading the Technical Strategy: Develop and maintain technical processes for asset adoption and network operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Shaping Network Standards: Define and oversee design standards, specifications, and construction processes for safety, compliance, and efficiency.
  • Driving Excellence in Network Design: Work closely with stakeholders to ensure standards of performance are met.
  • Collaboration: Build strong relationships with industry partners to facilitate seamless network integration and design approvals
  • Industry Representation: Engage in relevant industry forums to shape the future of IDNOs and energy distribution.

As the Design/Technical Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in the development, operation, and growth of our IDNO business. Join our project team and lead the way in creating a safe, efficient, and successful operation.

Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of energy distribution with E.ON UK Network Assets Limited!

What we need from you

  • Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent qualification with relevant experience).
  • Experience in power network design across 11kV to 132kV networks.
  • Strong understanding of technical and regulatory standards for network design, construction, and operation.
  • Experience in network modelling and design software (e.g., WinDEBUT, VisNet Design, IPSA, AutoCAD, or similar).
  • Knowledge of health & safety laws applicable to the electricity distribution sector.
  • Ability to engage with ICPs, DNOs, and developers to ensure smooth project execution.
  • Possess excellent communication skills and be confident in a client facing role.

It would be great if you have

  • Chartered Engineer status.

Here’s what you need to know

Award-Winning Benefits: Our market-leading benefits package includes 26 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a generous pension scheme, life cover, bonus opportunities, and access to 20 flexible benefits with tax and/or NI savings. Recognised with the Personnel Today Reward, Recognition and Benefits Award 2022, our benefits truly stand out. 

Recognised for Family-Friendly and Hybrid Policies: In 2024, we earned Double Recognition at the Personnel Today Awards for our exceptional family-friendly and hybrid working initiatives. Lets discuss how we can work together flexibly. 

Inclusive Employer: As the only energy company in the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers (currently ranked 8th), we’re committed to equal opportunities, diversity, and fairness for everyone. 

Support for Disabled Applicants: As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum role criteria. 

Development Opportunities: With inclusive talent networks, learning resources, and skill-building programs, your career growth is a priority.

 

At a glance

Reference no.: 233571 Closing date: 22/06/2025 Salary: £60,601 - £82,182

Get in touch

For more information about the role please contact Lis Elliott - lis.wood@eon-uk.com 

About us

E.ON is a privately owned international energy company. Our 75,000 colleagues in 15 countries work daily towards the improvement of technical innovations and user-friendly customer solutions for the new energy world. We are the first large energy company to focus more heavily upon the energy of the future through our three business areas of energy networks, renewable energies and customer solutions.

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