Planning Standards Engineer – Gas & Hydrogen

National Energy System Operator

. Develop and document hydrogen network planning standards applicable to NESO’s hydrogen network planning activities .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeWarwick • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £56,000 - £71,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hydrogen network planning and gas engineering, with a focus on developing and maintaining technical standards and policies. Strong ability to collaborate with stakeholders and ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry benchmarks.

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Chartered EngineerHydrogen Network PlanningGas Engineering Standards DevelopmentStakeholder ManagementSafety Regulations Compliance

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Hard Skills

Hydrogen Network PlanningGas EngineeringPolicy DevelopmentTechnical StandardsRisk ManagementKPI MonitoringEngineering Knowledge of >7 Barg GasGas Network Planning StandardsDownstream Gas Systems Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsExcellent Writing SkillsTactful Stakeholder Engagement

Certifications & Qualifications

Chartered Engineer

Industry Keywords

National Gas TransmissionGas Distribution NetworksHSEIGEMEnergy Planning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and document hydrogen network planning standards applicable to NESO’s hydrogen network planning activities
Develop and maintain engineering policies, technical standards and best practice
Assess policies and standards against safety regulations and industry benchmarks
Alert management to policy or standards misalignment and inconsistency
Support development of team ways of working, procedures, project management, risk management and KPI monitoring
Collaborate with Strategic Energy Planning and wider NESO teams to address security of supply, operability and deliverability requirements
Provide gas and hydrogen engineering guidance to teams across GWEND, SEP, NESO and the wider industry
Maintain relationships with National Gas Transmission, licensed gas distribution networks and relevant consumers
Support reviews of NGT’s Transmission Planning Code and other relevant standards
Collaborate with gas network businesses, HSE, IGEM, industry associations, government departments and consumers

Requirements

What you’ll need

Right to work in the UK by the start of employment
Chartered Engineer in a relevant discipline or evidence of working towards chartership
Engineering knowledge of >7barg gas or hydrogen networks
Experience of developing gas engineering and/or gas network planning standards may be advantageous
Strong communication skills and excellent writing skills
Knowledge of below 7 barg and downstream gas systems is advantageous
Ability to work tactfully and sensitively with multiple stakeholders

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonus based on company performance
26 days annual leave as standard
Competitive contributory pension scheme with double matching up to a maximum company contribution of 12%
Annual enrollment to NESO Savings Plan with a 50% matching contribution on savings of £20–£500 per month
Flexible Bank Holidays & Holiday Trading
Additional Birthday Day Off
Cycle to Work Scheme
Retail & Gym Discounts
Private Medical Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Personal Accident Insurance
Hybrid working from office and home
Flexible working arrangements