design engineer Glasgow, Scotland
Job description
Senior Design Engineer
Cambuslang
Salary starting from £47,880 per annum
Flexible Working Pattern
Closing Date: 28 July 23
Help us create a better future, quicker
With plans to see SP Energy Networks (SPEN), part of the Scottish Power Group, invest in projects across our network in central and southern Scotland by 2030, team will play a key role in supporting SPEN to work at pace to deliver the network that is required to support ambitions Scottish and UK Government 2030 targets.
A Senior Design Engineer Reporting to the Overhead Line (OHL) Engineering Group Head and working within Project Teams will be responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed engineering design for transmission networks projects (132kV and above).
Responsible for projects of high value and complexity within the project portfolio whilst supervising and developing others within the department or project team. This will include providing the necessary engineering design specifications, effective technical support, advice, coaching whilst considering innovation, and input throughout the lifecycle of a portfolio of projects.
Additionally as Senior Design Engineer you will liaise across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end integrated solutions.
What you’ll be doing
You will create and develop design specifications to assist with the delivery of major Network projects. Lead the technical aspects of OHL systems and all other associated equipment, including recommend construction and outage programmes where required in relation to OHL circuits.
Drive resolution of statutory, land or other consents regarding OHL routes.
Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client.
Define OHL equipment requirements for input to the System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation.
Ensure specifications, OHL system designs, equipment and construction practices are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements.
Provide support for the technical resolution of site / construction OHL issues, analyse common faults and prevent re-occurrence.
Preparation of project quality documentation following all SP energy network and client quality processes and provide and meet deliverables for PQP’s.
Contribute to training needs assessment for new products or similar and the development and delivery of technical, operational and safety packages for such products
What you’ll bring
You will have proven experience in a position of responsibility, and strong knowledge of transmission network overhead line, and associated equipment, engineering.
You will have good inter-personal and communication skills and be able to effectively form relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses. Furthermore, you will use these skills to represent departments and/or project teams regarding OHL engineering issues, decisions, standards, or industry best practice.
You will have the ability to implement, apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice within a design environment.
Minimum Criteria
- Engineering degree or HND/HNC with 5 years industry experience.
- Proven significant experience in delivering engineering solutions and designs for high value and complex transmission OHL projects
- Proven abilities regarding:
- Communicating with, and influencing, 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 Scottish Power, 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
- Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
- Payroll giving and charity matched funding
- Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost
- 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 ‘nudge’ 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 NorthWest 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, Scottish Power 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 Information
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.
