As Northern Ireland's Transmission System Operator, SONI ensures power flows safely, securely and reliably across the grid. These are some of the key skills our people demonstrate:
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Meet our people
Our people are at the heart of Northern Ireland's energy transition - they've the opportunity to power real change, together.
Team members
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“Every day is a chance to learn something new while helping to support Northern Ireland's electricity system.”
Scott Mackay, Graduate Engineer
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“I’m very proud to work at SONI, there are many opportunities to develop as a young professional and contribute to a secure and sustainable energy future.”
Nell Campbell, Business Strategy and Sustainability Graduate
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“At SONI, I am not just learning about engineering — I am helping tackle real challenges on Northern Ireland’s electricity system through collaboration and problem solving while growing into the engineer I want to become.”
Flora Weir , Graduate Engineer
Case Study
Scott's Career Journey
A career journey is often a mix of exploration, growth, and discovery. Scott's path has helped him realise what he enjoys most and where his strengths lie.
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GCSEs
Scott studied Math, Further Math, English, Double Award Science, Design and Technology, History, Geography and French at GCSE.
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A-Levels
Scott studied Math, Physics and Engineering at A-Level, laying the foundation for his degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Queen's University Belfast.
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Wider school life
Throughout school, Scott played rugby, building teamwork and communication skills, and competed in motocross, which taught him resilience. He also worked part-time, developing time management skills.
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Next steps after school
Scott studied Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Queen's University Belfast before beginning his career at SONI.
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Finding work
Working at SONI has been a great experience for Scott so far. The Graduate Programme has allowed him to complete rotations across different teams, giving him exposure to a wide range of areas within the business.
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Working at SONI
SONI has given him the opportunity to work across different teams, develop new skills and gain experience in how the electricity market and power system operate.
Advice from Scott
How do you know where to begin?
Advice for your education path
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Choose subjects that interest you
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Stay open to different opportunities
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Don't worry if you don't have your whole career mapped out yet
Advice for your next steps after school
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Explore all options, including university, apprenticeships and graduate programmes
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Focus on finding something that matches your interests and strengths
Suitability
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Problem-solving
Working through challenges across different teams and rotations to find effective solutions within the power system and electricity markets.
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Communication
Working with colleagues across different teams, sharing knowledge and ideas clearly as he moves through each rotation.
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Teamwork
Collaborating with different teams throughout the Graduate Programme, building strong working relationships across the business.