Senior Engineer - Civil Development
Senior Engineer - Civil Development
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Job Title: Senior Engineer Civil (Development)
Location: Glasgow other offices across Scotland possible
Salary from 53280 to 66600 benefits
Hybrid working
Help us create a better future quicker
At Scottish Power we know that our people are our strongest asset so were always looking for individuals whose energy intelligence and passion can help us reach our goals.
At the heart of all business visions and activities are the people whose individual efforts and performance make it happen. We encourage our people to be proud of where they work to share their ideas and to own their careers. We promote a safe working environment and push people to shape and progress their careers so that we grow our talent within the company.
What youll be doing
A Senior Civil Design Engineer within Licence Design and Development will develop and deliver civil/structural engineering solutions across the SP Distribution Network. This includes being responsible for undertaking civil specific design work for substations from 11kV to 33kV to confirm that the foundations are structurally sound SPEN building specifications are met and best practice is followed. Using your professional judgement and understanding of SPEN policies and specifications you will offer advice to the wider team designing the portfolio of projects and engage with external service partners who provide additional civil support
Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health safety quality and environment compliance innovation and continuous improvement.
Prepare basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for concrete foundations access roads steel structures drainage and buildings associated with the SP Distribution network.
Define civil engineering requirements for input to tender documentation and technical specifications.
Supporting the wider team on their portfolio of projects from a civil perspective.
Confirm that design is in accordance with construction plans and SPEN specifications
Provide assistance at project feasibility and construction stages
Liaise with other members of the design team to achieve a coordinated design solution
Review designs and drawings undertaken by others
Ensure that quality and consistency of technical and construction output is maintained
Developing and maintaining robust stakeholder and customer relationships on behalf of Scottish Power to facilitate delivery of customer and stakeholder strategic objectives.
Considering the application of innovative solutions to all designs whether this be technological procedural or commercial.
Developing the skills knowledge and behaviours amongst the team through the mentoring and training of less experienced team members graduates and trainees.
What youll bring
The postholder will be a strong communicator (written and verbal) and be able to effectively present information to all they will be able to manage competing priorities and apply sound engineering and financial judgement in decision making and when facing complex challenges and problem solving.
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 civil design efficiency and return on investment.
To be successful you will have:
Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering with relevant experience.
Incorporated/Chartered Civil Engineer or working towards membership of an appropriate professional body.
Experience of civil engineering design required for electrical network projects (earthworks access roads drainage foundations structures and portal frame buildings).
An understanding of construction methods with varied experience in all the common forms of construction
An ability to understand and interpret construction drawings with the ability to pay attention to detail to how this will reflect the final project
An ability to understand and interpret building regulations construction processes legislation and requirements.
Great attention to detail and pride in design quality
Knowledge of health & safety requirements in particular compliance and CDM Designer/Principal Designer roles.
Full clean driving license
Experience working in electrical industry is desirable although not essential
Whats 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 well double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10.
At ScottishPower we believe its the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your familys 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. Thats why our benefits include:
36 days annual leave
Holiday Purchase perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Share Schemes
Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
Technology Vouchers save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
Electric Vehicle Schemes to help you transition to green/clean driving
Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans
Healthcare benefit options including: 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 worlds 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 makeup the transmission network connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. Its a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotlands ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And were taking it very seriously. Were 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 largescale business like ours so whatever your background youll 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 pregnancyrelated support. If you need support please reach out to .
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 below
May122025Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
