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Senior Cable Design Engineer
Locations: Reino Unido, Cambuslang
Posted on: Publicado ayer
Time left to apply: Fecha final: 14 de abril de 2025 (Quedan 15 días para realizar la solicitud)
Job Requisition ID: R-16200
Senior Cable Design Engineer
Cambuslang
Salary: circa £58,000 per annum (D.O.E) plus excellent benefits
Flexible Hybrid Working
Closing Date: 13 April 2025
Help us create a better future, quicker
This is an exciting opportunity for you to be at the forefront of innovation! You will be paving the way to NetZero by managing projects that involve new technologies to develop and deliver engineering solutions for transmission networks for the ever-evolving energy landscape.
As a vital part of SPEN, you will be exposed to a wide range of new and emerging responsibilities, and at a pivotal time as ScottishPower leads the fight against climate change and strives to deliver our ambitious growth and investment plans. You can expect to be working with and learning from a broad range of stakeholders from across SPEN, the Iberdrola Group and relevant external bodies.
We know that our people are our strongest asset; at the heart of all business visions and activities are the people whose individual efforts and performance make it happen. We encourage our people to be proud of where they work, to share their ideas and to own their careers. We promote a safe working environment and push people to shape and progress their careers so that we grow our talent within the company.
SPEN are currently recruiting a Senior Cable Design Engineer. Within our Cable Engineering team, they are responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed design for transmission projects (33kV and above).
Working on projects of greater 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
* Working on the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by leading the technical aspects of cable systems.
* Perform duties promoting internally and externally a strong emphasis on Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental compliance and continuous improvement.
* Assess engineering documentation’s feasibility and compliance with client requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets.
* Carry out basic and detailed engineering for cable system designs for high value, complex and business critical projects.
* Resolution of statutory, land or other consents regarding underground cable routes.
* Technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client.
* Define cable equipment requirements for input to project documentation ensuring it meets all the current legislation, policies, and operational requirements.
* Preparation/Review of cable drawings and technical specifications for construction, procurement, or other stakeholders.
* Assist in the technical resolution of site/construction cable related issues, analyse common faults, and prevent re-occurrence.
* Carry out tender assessment of cable works (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids.
* 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.
* 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 equivalent experience.
* Working towards membership of a professional institution.
* Experienced in using CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
* Experience and knowledge in cable 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.
Minimum Criteria:
* Engineering degree or HND/HNC with equivalent experience.
* Experience in CYMCAP or similar ampacity software.
* Experience in delivering engineering solutions and designs for high value and complex transmission cable projects.
* Proven abilities in:
* 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 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 Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
* Payroll giving and charity matched funding
* Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
* 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
* 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 over £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 careers@scottishpower.com.
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