Lead Design Engineer (Integrated & Circuits Programmes )

Avangrid ,
Glasgow, City of Glasgow
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Lead Design Engineer (Integrated & Circuits Programmes ) Company: SP TRANSMISSION PLC Location: Glasgow, GB Facility: SPT-Cambuslang Company ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world's largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. ScottishPower is the first integrated energy company in the UK to generate 100% green electricity. Our focus is on wind energy, smart grids and driving the change to a cleaner, electric future and we're investing over 4m every working day to make this happen. We're committed to speeding up the transition to cleaner electric transport, improving air quality and over time, driving down bills. Business 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. Purpose This role sits within the SP Transmission area of our Energy Networks business. This will include providing the necessary basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for projects, innovation, effective technical support, advice and input throughout the lifecycle of the project. This lead role is responsible for projects of greater value and complexity within the portfolio whilst managing/supervising and developing less experienced staff within the department or project team. This will include providing the necessary basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for projects, innovation, effective technical support, advice, coaching and input throughout the lifecycle of a portfolio of projects within Scottish Power Transmission Projects. Dimensions for area include producing design calculations, information and detailed valid for construction drawings for the delivery of the RIIO-T1 programme of works. Reporting to the Project Unit Manager within the Integrated & Circuits Programmes delivery workstream, IPU4 for day-to-day activities and functionally to the Plant Engineering Section Head for engineering matters, responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed engineering designs for all plant engineering for transmission networks (132kV and above) including substations and all other associated 33kV and ancillary equipment. Responsibilities + Advise on the development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by leading/supporting the technical aspects of switchgear, transformers and all other associated equipment. + Assess engineering documentation, feasibility and compliance with client requirements and support the preparation of accurate budgets for new projects. + Advice on construction and outage programmes where required in relation to plant engineering. + Preparation/Review of substation plant drawings and specifications for construction/procurement. Control of correspondence and drawings to be issued to the Project Development and Delivery Teams. + Tender assessment of main equipment and materials (including suppliers), support to project management on the assessment of bids. + Provide technical support to the Project Development and Project Delivery teams on matters concerning the design, construction and operation of power systems substations and associated equipment + Support Plant Engineering Section Head in the development of national and international standards or other regulatory matters related to plant engineering. Skills and Requirements We are looking for candidates with ability to represent departments or project teams regarding plant engineering issues, decisions, standards or industry best practice, with good interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses. To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate as a minimum: + Chartered Engineer + Engineering degree or equivalent significant experience + Skills in use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, AutoCAD. + Knowledge of Transmission Operator Networks health and safety and technical requirements and compliance + A broad understanding of Electrical Network Owners / Operators and the market these business operates in + Proven experience / expert knowledge in design for the areas of substations and plant engineering at voltages from 33kV to 400kV + Proven experience and knowledge of CDM regulations and Designer risk assessment What we offer This is a Permanent contract. Salary for this role will range from 48,527 to 60,659 per annum. As part of our commitment to a supportive and inclusive place to work, we recognise that our employees have different personal circumstances and want a suitable work-life balance. We are working hard to support fle

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