We’re champions of the North West and we’re proud that it’s our electricity network that connects communities and helps keep the electricity flowing every minute of every day, from when you wake up to when you fall asleep and all the hours in between.
A key part of the UK’s journey to net zero carbon is the revolution of our electricity industry to enable clean, green economic growth. As the North West’s electricity network operator, it’s our responsibility to lead the way, help the region decarbonise and pave the way for the growth of renewable energy and a sustainable energy future for all.
We’re proud that in December 2024 we were named Utility of the Year by Utility Week magazine who said we punched above our weight and used innovation to solve some of the industry’s most difficult challenges. Come and be part of our team and make a difference.
Together we have the energy to transform our communities. We are switched on. We are adaptable. We take pride.
Our Strategy and Architecture team has a fantastic opportunity for a Solution Architect to join them in Preston.
Our role
We are looking for an ambitious professional with strong people skills and a passion for architecture to set direction, provide architecture leadership on specific change initiatives that deliver the company’s digitalisation strategy – notably, the drive to lead the North West to Net Zero.
This role will be responsible for developing and maintaining product excellence in agreed business areas, focused on Real-time Systems and Operational Technologies, in terms of strategic direction and the investment portfolio, in alignment with the development of product teams, composed of technical and business colleagues.
Working in close collaboration with the other architects, Business Partners, Business Analysts, Operational Technology colleagues, and Head of IT Strategy and Architecture, this role will be:
Responsible for the architecture, design, creation and enhancement of service of Real-time Systems products and solutions including implementation processes as well as developing and ensuring outcomes are business-aligned;
Responsible for ensuring new products and services in this space are secure, viable and aligned to the Electricity North West Enterprise Architecture and Digitalisation Strategy;
Responsible for partnering with analysts, engineers and third parties to design and assure enterprise level solutions across operational (real time network) systems and non-operational (corporate) systems;
Responsible for helping in developing Electricity North West’s agile implementation processes, including policies and standards as they relate to enterprise architecture and design.
The successful candidate must, at the start of employment have permission to work in the UK without sponsorship.
There is opportunity for agile working following completion of your probationary period.
What we’re looking for Experience working with Operational Technology solutions in Energy, Transportation or Manufacturing industries– but ideally in Electricity Distribution Management; Experience designing systems that are required to deliver continuous operations, ideally for Critical National Infrastructure; Working knowledge of eCAF security framework; Experience in analysing and translating business, information and technology requirements into an architectural blueprint and related artefacts; Experience of undertaking architectural assurance against the policies, standards and principles through the effective application of official governance procedures and less formal stakeholder engagement; Experience of designing and implementing emerging solutions that enable adaptable implementation based on an initial design. What we’re offering As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes: An annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service Car allowance or Company Vehicle Private Healthcare An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands A market-leading contributory pension scheme Employee assistance programme Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function. Our people are important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit a highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2) Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a BS7858 checks and a Drug & Alcohol test. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
What we’re looking for Experience working with Operational Technology solutions in Energy, Transportation or Manufacturing industries– but ideally in Electricity Distribution Management; Experience designing systems that are required to deliver continuous operations, ideally for Critical National Infrastructure; Working knowledge of eCAF security framework; Experience in analysing and translating business, information and technology requirements into an architectural blueprint and related artefacts; Experience of undertaking architectural assurance against the policies, standards and principles through the effective application of official governance procedures and less formal stakeholder engagement; Experience of designing and implementing emerging solutions that enable adaptable implementation based on an initial design. What we’re offering As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. We are committed to ensuring our people are supported and are proud of our reward and benefits offer, which includes: An annual bonus scheme 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service Car allowance or Company Vehicle Private Healthcare An employee rewards portal offering discounts on several well-known brands A market-leading contributory pension scheme Employee assistance programme Opportunity for professional development through our L&D function. Our people are important to us and we’re passionate about creating a great place to work where we can all be ourselves, reach our full potential and build long lasting careers. We’re striving to increase diversity of thought and talent in our people and to recruit a highly skilled workforce that’s representative of the communities we serve. For us, embracing our differences is what makes us stronger.
Should you require any additional support with your application, or any adjustments please contact our Recruitment team at careers@enwl.co.uk or on 0845 366 0092 (option 2) Any offer made will remain conditional until pre-employment checks are complete to a level deemed satisfactory by Electricity North West. Due to the nature of this role, the following pre-employment checks will be required; references from previous employers, a BS7858 checks and a Drug & Alcohol test. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. We don't accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any received we will assert ownership of the candidate and no fee will be payable.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
