Lead Engineer

What you'll bring

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with relevant experience in the transmission sector
• Chartered membership of the IET or equivalent, or working towards this qualification
• Comprehensive knowledge of transmission system assets, covering construction, operations, working practices, and systems
• Strong knowledge of asset risk management approaches, risk assessment methodologies, and ALARP principles
• Expert knowledge of transmission overhead lines (required for this role)
• Working knowledge of industry codes and standards
• Familiarity with the industry structure including the separate roles of the Electricity System Operator, Transmission Owner, and Distribution Network Operator
• Knowledge of transmission network design approaches and regulatory frameworks impacting SPEN
• Awareness of commercial issues related to distribution and transmission networks, financial policies and procedures, and SPEN's strategic aims within the ScottishPower and Iberdrola groups
• Knowledge of international activities in power systems operations (beneficial)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to write clear reports and present complex technical matters to non-technical audiences
• Track record of providing quality service and meeting customer expectations
• Ability to organise your workload effectively across multiple activities, managing deadlines and various priorities with professionalism
• What's in it for you
• As well as an attractive 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
• Equity Plans
• 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 assistance
• 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 >£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 [email protected].
• Mobility
• 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.
• IMPORTANT
• Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
• November-9-2026