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Switchgear Lead Engineer
Scottish Power
Provide technical support and guidance in the development and implementation of equipment specifications for substations to ensure legal & license compliance and perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental matters.
20d ago
£60,800 - £76,000
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
United Kingdom, Glasgow | United Kingdom, Edinburgh | United Kingdom, Liverpool
Hybrid
Company Size
5,750 across the UK Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Operation & Maintenance
Retail
Sector Specialisms
Power Grid
Renewables
Energy Retail
Role
What you would be doing
represent spen
lead communication
engage suppliers
sustainability
global groups
develop strategies
- Represent SPEN interests when liaising with external parties, such as network customers, suppliers and industry bodies (e.g. OFGEM, ENA, etc)
- Lead communication with wider business stakeholders on the introduction of new plant and new processes.
- Actively engage with T&D substations & equipment suppliers through engineering specification development, tendering processes and the approval of system assets.
- Maintain an awareness of advances in technology, equipment and best practice and steer sustainable, innovative solutions across the Iberdrola Group.
- Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental matters.
- Lead the development of engineering strategies, including equipment specifications, substations assessment and approvals and contract engineering with the full engagement and consultation of relevant stakeholders.
- Have the opportunity to participate in Iberdrola global working groups and best practice forums.
What you bring
tendering
technical evaluation
microsoft office
sap
degree
operational experience
- Tendering Experience / Technical Evaluation of transmission substations electrical equipment / Technical lead for live Equipment contracts
- Familiarity with Asset management techniques, practices & policy.
- Detailed knowledge of UK and International Technical Standards for electrical plant used in transmission applications (GIS, AIS Plant, FACTs Technologies, HVDC substations)
- Computer literacy – e.g., Microsoft Office suite, SAP.
- Substation equipment approval experience
- Operational Experience – Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of transmission electrical plant
- Knowledge of Electricity Power System design, operating philosophy and UK safety management practices
- Degree/HND/HNC (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline supported by experience working on (preferably Transmission) Electrical Power Systems with Technical and/or Operational responsibilities.
- Factory Audit / Factory Acceptance Testing experience
- Availability to travel to other locations, including abroad, engaging with key stakeholders and suppliers
- Excellent interpersonal, communication & negotiation skills - Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical & non-technical audiences, verbally and in writing.
- Equipment failure investigation experience and competence at risk assessment
- Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
- Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
- Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
- Holiday Purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- 36 days annual leave
- Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
- Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
- Share Schemes
- Healthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments
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Visa Sponsorship- 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.
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Company
Overview
£9.5 billion
Annual Revenue 2023
Generated through operations in energy networks, renewables, and retail and wholesale energy services.
£8.4 billion
Annual Revenue 2022
Reflects the company's performance across various energy-related business units.
13.1%
Year-On-Year Growth
Increase in annual revenue from 2022 to 2023.
- Operates in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution and specialises in renewable energy, particularly onshore and offshore wind farms, and manages the transmission and distribution networks in South and Central Scotland, as well as parts of North Wales and North West England.
- Provides electricity and gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the UK, offering services such as smart metering, energy efficiency advice, and home services like boiler care and maintenance.
- Has three main divisions: Energy Networks, Renewables, and Energy Retail and Wholesale.
- *SUSTAINABLE ENERGY:* Emphasises pioneering renewable energy, creating economic, social, and environmental value, with a commitment to safety, environmental respect, and ethical, rational, responsible actions.
- *INTEGRATING FORCE:* Acts as a dynamic and responsible force for change, fostering collaboration, sharing knowledge, encouraging diversity, and growing talent to achieve common goals.
- *DRIVING FORCE:* Focuses on bringing about efficient change by challenging processes, innovating for continuous improvement, and anticipating customer needs.
2040 Target
Net Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net zero emissions by 2040.
100% Renewable
Clean Energy Production
All electricity generated from UK windfarms, ensuring a sustainable energy supply.
1,157 Turbines
Wind Energy Network
Operates a network of 1,157 turbines across onshore windfarms, contributing to significant renewable energy generation.
38 Windfarms
Energy Infrastructure
Maintains 38 onshore windfarm sites, supporting the transition to clean energy.
- ScottishPower is a leader in renewable energy.
- Enough electricity to power over 1.2 million homes, nearly half the homes in Scotland.
- Capacity to generate 1,948 MW of electricity.
35% Women Target
% of senior management roles
Target for women in senior management roles by 2030.
32% Female Representation
% in senior management
Increase in female representation in senior management from 26% in 2021 to 32% in 2022.
- Collaborates with several recognised organisations to enhance its commitment to diversity and inclusion, such as the Business Disability Forum, The Armed Forces Covenant, Carers UK, ENABLE Scotland, and POWERful Women. It holds the highest level of accreditation of the Armed Forces Covenant (Gold Status) and received the Inclusive Workplace Award from the Scottish Union of Supported Employment for two consecutive years.
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