Lead Engineer - Transmission SCADA in Motherwell

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.

We know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

• You will lead and develop SPT’s operational SCADA capability, ensuring robust performance, continuous improvement, and alignment with strategic business objectives across the transmission network.
• Lead the development, maintenance, and optimisation of SCADA assets across the SPT network.
• Deliver effective change management processes, ensuring high-quality outcomes for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage, develop, and mentor the SCADA team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Contribute to future SCADA investment strategies, policies, and long-term planning.
• Oversee SCADA-related budgets, contractor performance, and delivery against RIIO price control objectives.
• Provide technical leadership and input into Major Project Delivery, including SCADA design, specification, and implementation.
• Collaborate with centralised business functions to support wider organisational goals and regulatory compliance.

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, including proven negotiation capability.
• Extensive experience working with SCADA systems within power transmission or utility networks.
• In-depth knowledge of industry-standard SCADA protocols and protocol emulation tools.
• Solid operational experience within a transmission environment.
• Proven ability to analyse and solve complex technical problems independently and collaboratively.
• Good understanding of network data, business systems, and network management platforms.

• A strong track record in SCADA systems management within a utility or transmission environment.
• Experience leading teams and managing technical specialists.
• Sound technical knowledge of SCADA architectures, protocols, and operational practices.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, budgets, and stakeholders effectively.
• A proactive and solutions-focused approach to challenges.

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%. 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.
• Life Assurance (4x salary).
• Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support.
• Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more.

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 >£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.

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.