The energy transition is not just about generation. While solar, wind and storage attract most of the attention, none of it is possible without the grid.
Right now, transmission and distribution networks are under pressure to become faster, smarter and more resilient. This shift is creating a wave of new career opportunities for professionals with the skills to help reshape the backbone of global energy systems.
What is driving demand?
Modern grids need to handle decentralised energy, enable two-way power flows, and respond in real time to fluctuations in demand. To make that happen, energy companies and grid operators are investing in:
- Network upgrades and HV infrastructure
- Control systems and SCADA
- Smart metering and automation
- Cybersecurity and grid resilience
- Battery storage integration
This transformation is creating significant demand for new types of talent, often with cross-sector expertise.
Where are the opportunities?
We are seeing growing interest in roles such as:
- Grid engineers with HV, substations and interconnector experience
- SCADA and control systems specialists
- Cybersecurity experts in operational technology
- Commissioning engineers for storage and flexible grid systems
- Project planners and HV schedulers
These are not just niche technical roles. They are critical positions that keep the energy transition moving.
What this means for candidates
If you are working in infrastructure, electrical engineering, automation or digital systems, grid modernisation offers a future-facing career path. The sector is changing quickly, and those who move early are well placed to lead its development.
What this means for hiring managers
Competition for talent in this space is already increasing. The most successful organisations are those acting now to identify transferable skill sets, reduce onboarding risk and create clear project pipelines that attract the right professionals.
At Navitas, we support grid operators, developers and contractors across the UK, Europe and North America to secure the talent driving modern energy infrastructure.
