Design Lead - Drawing Office

Job Description

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

What you'll be doing

• Responsible for all direct reports HR issues and guidance.
• Responsible for coordinating recruitment, monitoring & development of team members drawing office skills, ensuring the team members are trained and equipped to do the job effectively.
• Responsible for the creation of training content and presentations in line with development programme for each team member. Providing guidance and support to team members in your areas of expertise.
• Collaborate with other section heads regarding workload programs to ensure key performance indicators are kept at an agreeable level. Ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work to clients, achieving high client satisfaction.
• Responsible for the monitoring, creation and approval of drawing office process.
• Ensuring all team members prioritise health, safety, quality, and environmental standards.
• Communicating and encouraging the use of drawing standards and procedures. Preparing and reviewing drawing documentation and processes within the Drawing Office.
• Ensuring team adherence to externally audited QA systems. Overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of drawing office databases
• Maintaining an auditable design/design change system to facilitate BS EN 9001 accreditation.
• Responsible for spot checks on basic and detailed engineering drawings during approval process is being maintained
• Keeping drawing office manager, project staff and clients updated on work progress and any issues that arise.

What you'll bring

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas at voltages ranging from LV to 400kV:
  • Civil/Plant Layouts Design - Drawing Production
  • Cable Route Design - Drawing Production
  • Overhead Lines Design - Drawing Production
  • Electrical Protection and Control - Drawing Production
• In-depth understanding of engineering design principles and health & safety requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with individuals, departments, and businesses.
• Proficient in using Autodesk products, including AutoCAD 2020, Vault, ACC, ProjectWise, Revit, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
• Excellent organisational abilities to ensure high client satisfaction and the ability to plan and manage conflicting requirements to meet challenging deadlines.
• Capability to investigate and comprehend detailed civil and substation design aspects of transmission / distribution network design or other energy-related assets.
• Contribute recommendations of continuous improvement initiatives relating to the drawing office functions and deliverables.
• Proven people management and leadership skills

As a minimum, you will demonstrate:

• HNC / HND in Civil / Mechanical / Electrical Engineering or proven engineering experience within Transmission Substation Design - Drawing Office.
• Understanding of Engineering Design drawing production in chosen field.
• Proven experience in the chosen field, with a solid understanding of health and safety requirements, and compliance.
• Working knowledge of drawing standards and procedures.
• Skilled in using 2D / 3D Autodesk products, including AutoCAD, Vault, ACC, ProjectWise, Revit, Raster Design 2020, and the MS Office suite.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Valid UK driving license.

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 Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
• Payroll giving and charity matched funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
• Count us in - pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
• Options to purchase 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].

Mobility

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.