Senior Engineer

Senior Engineer
Location: Glasgow
Salary - up to £59,850 per year - plus a strong benefits package and further career progression opportunities

Full Time / Permanent

Flexible / Hybrid options

Closing date: 19th February 2024

Help us create a better future, quicker

The Scottish electricity transmission network is undergoing an ambitious transformation as we move towards a greener future. Within the Transmission Network department of the Network Planning and Regulation Directorate, the System Analysis team carry out power system modelling, simulation, and analysis to support this goal. We perform a variety of studies to support network planning, the connection of new generators, and large projects such as HVDC links.

What you'll be doing

As Senior Engineer, you will carry out power system studies and analysis to assess various aspects of the transmission network and generator performance.

You will:

• Assess the transmission system for compliance with planning and operational standards.

• Contribute to the creation, maintenance, and validation of transmission network simulation models and datasets.

• Contribute to technically challenging transmission projects, such as the application of new technologies or the investigation of unusual network disturbances.

• Support network planning processes by evaluating reinforcement scheme options.

• Liaise with customers about their network connection, particularly regarding code compliance aspects.

• Support connection applications by providing network information or analysis results.

• Provide technical engineering support across SP Energy Networks.

• Take part in industry working groups.

What you'll bring

You will demonstrate a strong background in electrical power system analysis and design, including experience in setting up and carrying out load flow and fault calculations in at least one power systems simulation computer application.

You will have a good understanding of the electrical characteristics and performance of power system equipment.

Knowledge of how the GB electricity industry is regulated would be an advantage, as would a good understanding of the commercial aspects of power system design and operation.

You will have good communication skills with the ability to write clear reports and give informative presentations.

Along with being degree educated, you will be working towards chartered membership of the IET or equivalent.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant experience.

• Experience in power system design and analysis, including the use of power system analytical software.

• Knowledge and experience of one or more of the following would be an advantage: HVDC, power system harmonics, electromagnetic transient studies, control systems.

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 4000 km 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.