Lead Design Engineer (m/w/d)

Job Description

With plans to see SP Energy Networks (SPEN), part of the ScottishPower Group, look to invest over £10bn in transmission projects across our transmission network in central and southern Scotland by 2030, the Main Plant Engineering team will play key roles in supporting SPEN to work at pace to deliver the transmission network that is required to support ambitions Scottish and UK Government 2030 targets.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to be at the forefront of innovative engineering! You will be pathing the way to NetZero using new technologies to develop and deliver Main Plant engineering solutions for transmission networks (132kV and above) for the ever-evolving energy landscape.

As a vital part of SPEN, you will be exposed to a wide range of new and emerging responsibilities, and at a pivotal time as ScottishPower leads the fight against climate change and strives to deliver our ambitious growth and investment plans. You can expect to be working with and learning from a broad range of stakeholders from across SPEN, the Iberdrola Group and relevant external bodies.

What you’ll be doing

• Preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for Switchgear, Transformers and other electrical network equipment.
• Define Main Plant and auxiliary apparatus requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation and advise on construction and outage programmes.
• Ensure designs and equipment are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
• Preparing engineering documentation following quality processes to meet deliverables for PQP’s and BETTA.

A Lead Design Engineer on Main Plant Engineering for SPEN, you will be expected to:

• Provide technical support on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of Main Plant and lead the technical resolution of site/ construction substation electrical issues.
• Provide technical assessment of tender submissions, preparation/review of Main Plant design drawings and specifications.
• Providing technical support on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of Main Plant and lead the technical resolution of site/ construction substation electrical issues.
• Contributing to training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products.
• Liaising across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end design solutions.
• Maintaining an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice.
• Assisting with evaluation and apply ‘new ideas’, technical developments, new equipment and alternative-working methods to provide cost savings, efficiencies and improved safety, reflected in review of policies and standards.
• Assess engineering documentation from feasibility to detailed design in compliance with business requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects.
• Mentor and support other members of the engineering team.

What you’ll bring

Strong problem-solving and communication (verbal and written) skills are vital; these will enable you to devise solutions to complex problems/challenges, apply innovative thinking and to convey technical concepts to audiences at all levels. Additionally, they will enable you to establish effective working relationships with all stakeholders.

To be successful, as a minimum you will have:

• Degree in an Engineering discipline or HND with relevant experience.
• Chartered Engineer Status (or working towards).
• Good inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses.
• Ability to apply CDM and Health & Safety best practice in a design environment.
• Having the ability to investigate and understand technical characteristics of substation plant and associated equipment.
• An understanding in terms of the plant and equipment deployed for transmission networks and how it is operated / maintained.
• Experience in the implementation of new technologies and engineering solutions to achieve reductions in project lifetime costs.
• Experience in electrical infrastructure projects and knowledge in one or more of the following areas at voltages from 33kV to 400kV:
  • Switchgear
  • Transformers
  • Transmission and/or Distribution system design

What’s in it for you

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.

At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more

Why SP Energy Networks

SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.

Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.

We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected].

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Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.