Senior Design Engineer (Main Plant)

Avangrid ,
Glasgow, City of Glasgow
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Senior Design Engineer (Main Plant) 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 Reporting to the Plant Engineering Section Head, you will be 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. 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. Responsibilities Responsibilities include: + 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. + Advise on construction and outage programmes where required in relation to plant engineering. + Responsible for preparing basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for main plant and substations. + Responsible for providing technical assessment of tender submissions and reporting recommendations to client. + Define main plant and ancillary apparatus requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), Project Technical Specifications and BETTA documentation. + 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. + Ensure substation designs and equipment are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements. + Lead the technical resolution of site/ construction main plant issues + 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 Skills and Requirements + Degree in Engineering discipline or equivalent experience + Working towards membership of a professional institution. + Proven experience in a responsible position and knowledge in one or more of the following areas at voltages from 33kV to 400kV: Switchgear; Transformers; Transmission and distribution system design + Good inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to form effective working relationships with other individuals, departments and businesses. + Knowledge of health & safety requirements and compliance To be successful in a role you will need to demonstrate as a minimum: + Engineering degree or HNC/HND with equivalent experience + Chartered Engineer or working towards this + Skills in use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, AutoCAD. + Knowledge of Transmission Operator, REC or DNO 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 / knowledge in design for the following areas at voltages from 33kV to 400kV: Substations What we Offer This is a permanent contract. Salary for this role will range from 42,570 to 53,213 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 flexible and alternative ways of working where possible including: Flexible Working, Shared Parental Leave, Career Breaks, Wellbeing / Employee Assistance Programme. You will also have access to our flexible benefits programme where you can decide what is important for you. Our Selection Process + Com

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