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Senior Engineer page is loaded## Senior Engineerlocations: United Kingdom, Blantyreposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 11, 2025 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: R-22616**Senior Engineer (Overhead Lines)****Blantyre****Salary starting from £52,280 to £66,600****Permanent/Hybrid****Closing Date: 10/10/25****Help us create a better future, quicker!**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.At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.**What you’ll be doing**Reporting to the Overhead Line Principal Engineer within the Strategic Team, you’ll lead engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed design for transmission network projects (132kV+).* Lead technical design and delivery of cable and OHL systems, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.* Act as primary technical interface with EPC and OEM contractors; ensure consistency across Strategic Projects.* Review engineering documentation for feasibility and compliance; advise on construction and outage programs.* Prepare specifications and cost estimates for complex, high-value cable and OHL designs.* Resolve statutory, land, and consent issues for cable and OHL routes.* Evaluate tender submissions and provide technical recommendations.* Define equipment requirements for SCAs, technical specs, and BETTA documentation.* Review and prepare drawings and specifications for construction and procurement.* Manage technical correspondence and documentation for project teams.* Ensure designs and practices meet legislation, policies, and operational standards.* Lead resolution of site/construction issues and prevent fault recurrence.* Support tender assessments and bid evaluations.* Provide technical guidance to Pre-Contract and Delivery teams.* Prepare quality documentation aligned with client and SPEN processes.* Promote industry best practices and innovation for cost, safety, and efficiency improvements.* Contribute to training and development of technical and safety packages.* Mentor junior staff and collaborate across global engineering teams.**What You'll Bring*** Extensive experience in transmission OHL and related equipment.* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.* Proven ability to apply CDM and H&S best practices in design.* Capable of representing engineering decisions and standards at senior levels.**Minimum Requirements*** Degree or HND/HNC in Engineering with relevant experience.* Demonstrated success in delivering complex transmission cable/OHL designs.* Skilled in technical writing and influencing senior stakeholders.**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 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. 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.**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** belowOctober-11-2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Location:
Blantyre, Scotland, United Kingdom
Salary:
£100,000 - £125,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
IT & Technology

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