Lead Design Engineer

Job Description

With plans to see SP Energy Networks (SPEN), part of the ScottishPower Group, look to invest over £5bn in transmission projects across our transmission network in central and southern Scotland by 2030, the Transmission Commercial team will play a key role in supporting SPEN to work at pace to deliver the transmission network that is required to support ambitions Scottish and UK Government 2030 targets.

A Lead Design Engineer is responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed engineering design for transmission networks projects (132kV, 275kV and 400kV).

You will be responsible for the engineering solutions for projects of high value and complexity within the portfolio whilst supervising and developing less experienced staff within the department. This will include providing the necessary basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for projects, innovation, effective technical support, advice, coaching and input throughout the lifecycle of a portfolio of projects.

What you’ll be doing

• Responsible for the development of pre-contract designs and delivery of projects by leading the technical aspects of OHL system and all other associated equipment.
• Perform all duties with professionalism and promote internally/externally, a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental compliance and continuous improvement.
• Assess engineering documentation regarding feasibility and compliance in line with client requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects. Support construction and outage programmes where required in relation to OHL circuits.
• Responsible for preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications for OHL system designs and costs for high value, complex or business critical projects.
• Drive resolution of statutory, land or other consents regarding OHL routes.
• Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to the project team.
• Define OHL equipment requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation.
• Preparation/Review of OHL drawings and technical specifications for construction, procurement or other stakeholders.
• Control of correspondence and drawings to be issued to the Project Delivery and Pre-Contract Teams.
• Ensure specifications, OHL system designs, equipment and construction practices are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
• Lead the technical resolution of site/construction OHL related issues.
• Provide support for the technical resolution of site / construction OHL issues, analyse common faults and prevent re-occurrence.
• Carry out tender assessment of OHL works (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids.
• Provide technical support to the Pre-Contract and Project Delivery teams on matters concerning the design, construction, operation and maintenance of OHL systems and other associated equipment.
• Preparation of project quality documentation following all SP energy network and client quality processes and provide and meet deliverables for PQP’s.
• Drive industry best practice and technological advances within the project team/department. Assist with evaluation and apply ‘new ideas’, technical developments, new equipment, new materials and/or alternative-working methods to provide cost savings, efficiencies and improved safety.
• Contribute to training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products.
• Manage, supervise or mentor less experienced staff within the Department or Project Team.
• Liaise across global multi-disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end integrated solution.

What you’ll bring

• Degree qualified in Engineering discipline or HND/HNC with equivalent experience.
• Working towards membership of a professional institution.
• Proven significant experience and knowledge in a responsible position in the area of transmission network overhead line and associated equipment engineering.
• Good inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses.
• Ability to implement, apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice in a design environment.
• Ability to represent departments or project teams regarding OHL engineering issues, decisions, standards or industry best practice.

Minimum Requirements:

• Engineering degree or HND/HNC with 5 years equivalent experience
• Proven significant experience in delivering engineering solutions and designs for high value and complex transmission OHL projects.
• Communicate with and influence senior managers.
• Writing clear and concise reports and documents covering technical subjects

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.