Lead Network Risk Engineer

Lead Network Risk Engineer

ScottishPower HQ, Glasgow

Salary starting from £52,840 per annum plus excellent benefits

Flexible Hybrid Working

Closing Date: 12 April 2024

Help us create a better future, quicker

SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working to achieve network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government as part of our journey to Net Zero. Our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. SPEN 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.

The Lead Network Risk Engineer forms a key part of the Asset Strategy team. The team provides leadership and direction in asset risk modelling and management, engaging with the operational and delivery businesses to set priorities and adapt to evolving network needs. They lead engagement with the regulator and other government bodies to ensure the efficient management of network assets and delivery of outputs.

What you'll be doing

The postholder will provide technical leadership by representing SPEN in industry working groups and collaborative activities, guiding and supporting innovation projects, developing and testing new tools and methods to improve capability and efficiency and advise on asset performance and risk.

As a Lead Network Risk Engineer, you will be accountable for:

• Development of strategic long-term asset risk plans and the management and review of these  through effective communication with the transmission licence functions..

• Leading the development of the NARM related methodology and reporting requirements during the RIIO-T2 Price Control.

• Leading the development and implementation of adequate tools to properly manage network asset risk and annual reporting against the Baseline Risk Outputs.

• Assess the Network Risk impact of changes in the asset management plan delivery and ensure that all variances are well documented and justified in line with the current regulatory framework.  

• Managing risk on the network through leading the development of system plans, designs and other network policies and strategies in a cost effective manner (including identifying and resolving potential technical issues, evaluating alternative schemes to satisfy the power system development needs and proposing innovative design solutions).

• Ensuring asset condition data is used consistently in SPT within NARM methodology to inform asset management decisions and regulatory reporting obligations.

• The production of the NARM related annual regulatory reporting to ensure compliance with the Licence Obligations.

• Engaging with key industry stakeholders on the technical development of asset modelling and Network Risk management, ensuring that SPEN's position is well understood and viewed favourably.

• Organising and planning workload across multiple simultaneous activities to align with deadlines and competing pressures from various parties.

What you'll bring

The postholder will be a strong communicator (written and verbal) and be able to effectively present and report information to all, they will have good influencing and collaborative skills as well as excellent customer service to exceed expectations.

It is essential that the individual has an understanding and awareness of key business drivers and commercial context in which SPEN operates and can balance customer service, financial obligations and environmental and safety priorities.

To be successful, you will have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, data science or relevant experience.

• Chartered membership of the IET or equivalent, or working towards this.

• Expert knowledge of the NARM methodology and its application to the transmission network.

• Experience and knowledge of transmission assets and design principles.

• Experience in programming/coding, data management and presentation.

Useful knowledge and/or experience to have:

• Transmission system assets: construction, operations, working practices and systems.

• RIIO re-openers and other uncertainty mechanisms.

• Investment appraisal techniques, including cost benefit analysis.

• Asset data systems and investment planning tools.

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 purposes

• 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 nudge' 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 £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 .