Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4) Electrical Power Networks Engineer
Role overview
Level: 4
Duration: 36 months
Awarding organisation:
Energy & Utilities Independent Assessment Service
Energy & Utilities Independent Assessment Service
Code: AP4XEPN
Electrical Power Network Engineer covers 6 roles: Asset Management Engineer, Planning Engineer, Design Engineer, Control Engineer, Electrical Project Engineer and Operational Delivery Engineer. They work within the power sector with other Engineers, sometimes specialist Engineers, to provide engineering solutions to solve complex electricity network scenarios in order to safely manage electricity supplies in normal and abnormal conditions. Using company/client network strategies, engineers undertake engineering activities to plan, manage, control, construct, replace, maintain and repair assets on the electricity network. They will work in engineering teams that may include Power Networks Craftspersons, senior Engineers and other business specialists, for example procurement, finance and telecommunications engineers.
They are responsible for the quality of their own work, possibly others’ and ensuring the work is completed safely, meets stakeholder quality, time, productivity and budget requirements, whilst maintaining the integrity and efficient running of the network.
Entry requirements
- Five GCSE’s at Grade C/4 (or above) including Level 2 or GCSE C/4 or above in English, Maths and Science.
- Level 3 qualification in Engineering or A Levels in Maths and Physics
Qualifications obtained
Level 4 Higher Technical Qualification in Engineering
Level 4 Electrical Power Networks Engineer Apprenticeship Standard
Programme includes
Core Knowledge:
- Understanding of electrical power principles including AC/DC theories, dynamic/static engineering systems, and complex wave forms.
- Knowledge of three-phase systems, harmonics, power distribution, electricity network design, operations, and equipment limitations.
- Familiarity with the operation of electricity networks under normal and fault conditions.
- Proficiency in safe systems of work, risk management, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
- Understanding of company engineering policies, project management tools, and business planning.
- Ability to identify and solve engineering problems, implement solutions, and monitor effectiveness.
- Knowledge of company resource control measures and key interfaces of the electricity network.
Core Skills:
- Compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards and company procedures.
- Application of engineering principles to maintain and improve the integrity and safety of the electrical network.
- Effective communication with stakeholders through written and verbal channels.
- Interpretation of technical information and compliance with specifications.
- Production of clear and precise reports.
- Development and agreement of project plans with clear objectives, budgets, and timelines.
- Utilisation of company IT systems for data support and business decisions.
- Support of business regulatory mechanisms and planning processes.
- Evaluation of engineering system reliability using risk tools and techniques.
Core Behaviours:
- Health, Safety & Environment: Follows policies, challenges unsafe behaviour, monitors risks.
- Stakeholder Management: Proactive in identifying and managing stakeholders’ expectations.
- Interpersonal Skills: Works effectively with diverse teams, considers others’ needs and concerns.
- Problem Solving: Takes responsibility for identifying and solving problems logically.
- Risk Awareness: Constantly monitors and mitigates risks to ensure safe work systems.
- Planning & Organising: Takes a forward-looking perspective, plans for anticipated issues and contingencies.
Where can you work?
Typical examples of occupational roles include:
Power Networks Craftspersons; senior Engineers and other business specialists, for example procurement, finance and telecommunications engineers
Key information
Starts
- The apprenticeship programme will start in September.
Enrolment
- The enrolment process will be completed prior to the start date of the apprenticeship.
Delivery
- The apprenticeship will be delivered at Loughborough College either via block release model or 1 day a week at loughborough College
Awarding organisation
Energy & Utilities Independent Assessment Service
Progression opportunities
Level 5 and level 6 Apprenticeship standards
Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Engineering
Full-time employment
Additional information
Current Delivery Involves:
- One day per week (Term time only) at Loughborough College
- A progress review every 12 weeks with dedicated trainer assessor and line manager / workplace mentor
- Observations and professional discussions with dedicated trainer assessor in the workplace
