Lead Design Engineer - Cables at Scottish Power in United Kingdom, Cambuslang | GBP60,800-76,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

engineering design

equipment specification

drawing review

technical assessment

quality documentation

issue resolution

Resolve statutory, land, and consent issues related to underground cable routes.
Drive best practice and technological innovation within the team; evaluate and implement new ideas, equipment, materials, and methods to improve safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Promote Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance internally and externally, driving continuous improvement.
Collaborate with global multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Lead the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects, focusing on the technical aspects of cable systems.
Mentor junior staff within the department or project team.
Support tender assessments for cable works and suppliers; assist project management in bid evaluations.
Conduct technical assessments of tender submissions and provide recommendations to clients.
Prepare project quality documentation in line with SP Energy Network and client processes; deliver PQP requirements.
Define cable equipment requirements for project documentation, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and operational standards.
Deliver basic and detailed engineering designs for cable systems on high-value, complex projects.
Assist in resolving technical issues during construction, analyse common faults, and implement preventive measures.
Contribute to training needs analysis for new products and assist in developing technical, operational, and safety training packages.
Assess engineering documentation for feasibility and compliance with client requirements; support accurate budget preparation.
Prepare and review cable drawings and technical specifications for construction, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

cable systems

transmission cable

engineering degree

cymcap

health safety

technical writing

Strong knowledge of cable systems and associated equipment engineering.
Proven track record in delivering engineering solutions and designs for high-value, complex transmission cable projects.
Engineering degree or HND/HNC with equivalent experience.
Ability to apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practices in a design environment.
Experience using CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
Ability to write clear, concise technical reports and documentation.
Working towards membership of a professional institution.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build effective relationships across teams.
Ability to communicate effectively and influence senior managers.

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
36 days annual leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

applicants not a citizen will need to meet immigration requirements; the company will support necessary immigration needs.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Culture + Values

*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.

Environment + Sustainability

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

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.

Articles

Greenhouse gas emission reduction plan

Employee networks

Role

Description

engineering design

equipment specification

drawing review

technical assessment

quality documentation

issue resolution

Resolve statutory, land, and consent issues related to underground cable routes.
Drive best practice and technological innovation within the team; evaluate and implement new ideas, equipment, materials, and methods to improve safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Promote Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental compliance internally and externally, driving continuous improvement.
Collaborate with global multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Lead the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects, focusing on the technical aspects of cable systems.
Mentor junior staff within the department or project team.
Support tender assessments for cable works and suppliers; assist project management in bid evaluations.
Conduct technical assessments of tender submissions and provide recommendations to clients.
Prepare project quality documentation in line with SP Energy Network and client processes; deliver PQP requirements.
Define cable equipment requirements for project documentation, ensuring compliance with legislation, policies, and operational standards.
Deliver basic and detailed engineering designs for cable systems on high-value, complex projects.
Assist in resolving technical issues during construction, analyse common faults, and implement preventive measures.
Contribute to training needs analysis for new products and assist in developing technical, operational, and safety training packages.
Assess engineering documentation for feasibility and compliance with client requirements; support accurate budget preparation.
Prepare and review cable drawings and technical specifications for construction, procurement, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

cable systems

transmission cable

engineering degree

cymcap

health safety

technical writing

Strong knowledge of cable systems and associated equipment engineering.
Proven track record in delivering engineering solutions and designs for high-value, complex transmission cable projects.
Engineering degree or HND/HNC with equivalent experience.
Ability to apply and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practices in a design environment.
Experience using CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
Proficiency in CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
Ability to write clear, concise technical reports and documentation.
Working towards membership of a professional institution.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build effective relationships across teams.
Ability to communicate effectively and influence senior managers.

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support
Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
36 days annual leave

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

applicants not a citizen will need to meet immigration requirements; the company will support necessary immigration needs.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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.

Culture + Values

*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.

Environment + Sustainability

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.

Inclusion & Diversity

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.

Articles

Greenhouse gas emission reduction plan

Employee networks