Senior Project Engineer in Scotland

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 are seeking new talent to join our team.

This new role is an exciting opportunity to work within Transmission Operations Operational Support as a Senior Project Engineer (Maintenance). The Senior Maintenance Engineer (SPT) is responsible for helping to drive, develop and implement the Transmission Lead and Non-Lead asset maintenance programs. This is carried out in compliance with asset policy requirements whilst also delivering improvements to existing processes to deliver the program efficiently and effectively.

What you’ll be doing:

• Manage and support the Transmission Operations maintenance program, including all substation assets - Transformers, Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors, Earth switches etc.
• Provide and develop maintenance programs in accordance with associated policies and compliance documents.
• Support the delivery of the maintenance programs with the Substation Delivery areas and Operational Engineers.
• Support management and submission of Year ahead maintenance plans and in year optimisation of scheduled outages.
• Provide support and development of improvements in processes and technologies associated with maintenance.
• Support maintenance reporting, tracking and regulatory submissions.
• Contribute as an effective member and identify ways to enhance the Team’s ability to deliver its requirements.
• Deliver consistent approach in project delivery and maintenance.
• Focus on continuous improvement through quality processes.
• Identify solutions to problems and the areas where performance is not on target.
• Take a lead in the management of interfaces with external partners and contractors to deliver value in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• Deliver excellent customer service to all aspects of the operation and actively promote customer service standards within area of responsibility.

What you’ll bring:

• Degree in an appropriate Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• Working towards membership of an appropriate professional institution.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Enhanced knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and working practices.
• Awareness of network development policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of network and business data and network management systems.
• Ability to devise solutions to problems/challenges.
• Operational knowledge of Transmission Substation assets.
• Operational site experience/authorisations.

Minimum Criteria:

• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Engineering degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience of project delivery within construction or electricity operations.
• Awareness of UK Health and Safety Regulations.
• Communicating effectively across multiple internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Understanding and experience of substation assets maintenance requirements.
• Operational site experience, maintenance and authorisations at 33kV-400kV.

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%. Our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave.
• Holiday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave.
• Share Schemes.
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding.
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases.
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving.
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans.
• Healthcare benefit options including: 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.

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. We're investing £10 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do.

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.