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Scottishpower

Senior Design Engineer

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Scottishpower
Part of Iberdrola, it runs UK wind farms, power networks and retail supply of electricity and gas.
Senior Design Engineer responsible for high-level planning and network design of electrical network projects in SP Energy Networks.
14d ago
£53,280 - £66,600
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bonnybridge, Scotland, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
4,840 Employees
Service Specialisms
Electricity generation
Electricity transmission
Electricity distribution
Gas supply
Metering services
Customer service
Corporate social responsibility
Procurement
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Wind
Electricity
Gas
Renewable Energy
Transmission
Distribution
Smart Grids
Role
What you would be doing
project risk management
delivery monitoring
ms project scheduling
business planning
contract management
design handover
  • Effectively managing project risk and mitigate the impact of issues that may emerge.
  • Monitoring the delivery of outputs, incentive metrics and milestones in line with business targets
  • Creating, managing and monitoring project schedules in MS Project.
  • Ensuring that business plans are updated in line with changing business priorities and delivery performance, demonstrating practical innovative and agile solutions.
  • Ensuring contracts are managed and maintained correctly.
  • Owning the handover of designs to the delivery teams.
  • Driving continuous improvement by completing project and contract reviews, identifying lessons learned and sharing these with the wider business.
  • Supporting the Head of Planning & Network Improvement to develop the high-level plan that will deliver the District’s contribution to the ED2 Investment contract.
  • Developing accurate capital expenditure forecasts and output projections on assigned projects, with full accountability for project, contractual and financial governance.
  • Managing the District level forecasting of key service partners, direct labour and material reservation
  • Taking ownership of designing and developing high-quality electrical network designs that align with the District’s objectives.
  • Creating proposals and introducing changes for best project management practice and behaviour across the wider project portfolio
What you bring
communication
financial management
contractor management
customer management
electrical engineering
pressure management
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills.
  • Self-motivated and able to take responsibility.
  • BEng (Hons) in Electrical Engineering or equivalent (Advantageous)
  • Experience of financial management.
  • Ability to establish effective working relationships at all levels and with internal and external stakeholders
  • Considerable industry experience (Advantageous)
  • Experience of contractor management.
  • Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
  • Experience of customer management.
  • Ability to review, dispute and agree variation orders.
  • HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar
Benefits
  • 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
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
£5.35billion
Annual Revenue
The company's financial engine generated £5.35 billion in revenue in 2020, showcasing its robust operational strength across the clean energy sector.
38WindFarms
Onshore Wind Farms Operated
Operates 38 onshore wind farms across the UK, highlighting its significant contribution to renewable energy infrastructure.
£10billionPledged
Investment Commitment
Committed £10 billion in 2024 to strengthen UK grid infrastructure and support the transition to clean energy sources.
19GWTarget
Green Energy Capacity Target
Aims to link nearly 19 GW of green energy to the grid by 2031, demonstrating its ambitious clean energy expansion plans.
  • Balances three core pillars: onshore and offshore wind development, power networks maintenance, and electricity and gas retail.
  • Iconic projects include East Anglia THREE offshore wind farm, showcasing innovation and ambition in renewable energy.
  • Networks division manages transmission and distribution systems in central/southern Scotland, North Wales, and Merseyside.
  • Typical work includes turbine and substation construction, as well as smart-meter rollouts through the MAP business.
  • Cultural highlight: The ScottishPower Pipe Band, sponsored since the 1990s, has performed internationally alongside royalty and top artists.
Culture + Values
100% Green Electricity
Sustainable Energy Commitment
Committed to generating carbon-free electricity through innovative solutions like energy storage, smart grids, and electrifying heat and transport.
  • Values: Sustainable, Dynamic, Collaborative
  • People are valued here.
  • Open and honest communication is encouraged, with a focus on listening, feedback, and accountability.
Environment + Sustainability
95% Scope 1 Emissions Reduction
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Achieved a significant reduction in scope 1 greenhouse gas emissions between 2010 and 2019.
Net-Zero by 2039
GHG Emissions Target
Aiming for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the entire value chain by 2039, validated by the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
1.9 GW Renewable Energy Capacity
Renewable Energy Infrastructure
Owns 38 onshore wind farms with a combined capacity of 1,948 megawatts, enough to power approximately 1.2 million homes.
Fully Electrify Fleet by 2030
Sustainability in Transportation
Plans to electrify the entire light vehicle fleet by 2030 and transition heavy vehicles to low-carbon alternatives as they become available.
  • Total greenhouse gas footprint reduced by a further 23% since 2019.
  • Science-based targets include reducing scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 47% by 2030 from a 2019 baseline.
  • Scope 3 sold electricity emissions expected to reach zero per MWh by 2030 compared to 2019 levels.
  • Scope 3 sold product emissions (natural gas) reduced by 28% by 2030 from 2019 levels.
  • Installed heat pumps in UK homes in large numbers over an 18-month period.
  • Launched a comprehensive Action 2030 strategy focusing on six key themes: clean energy, climate action, biodiversity, circular economy, communities, and work skills.
Inclusion & Diversity
100% Green
Delivering Vision
Committed to retaining and attracting top talent to achieve a fully sustainable energy future.
  • Inclusion culture supported by employee networks and community programmes
  • Publishes Gender Pay Reporting and working toward gender pay equality
  • Adopted flexible working (“A New Way of Working”)
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