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Job Title: O&M Engineer- Electrical
Location: London Lowestoft or Glasgow
Salary from 48400 up to 10% bonus and health cover
Flexible & Hybrid Working Available
Help us create a better future quicker
Join a critical function within theOffshore Operations Engineering Electrical team where your work directly supports the integrity andlongtermperformance of the Electrical Transmission System assets on both HVDC and HVAC assets. The purpose of this role is to ensure these assetsoperatereliably and efficiently safeguarding Iberdrolaslongtermasset value and maximising production revenue.
We areseekinghighly motivated engineers who can provide specialist advice and technical leadership across their discipline influencing combined OPEX of up to 6m per year. As an O&M Engineer you will bring extensive experience in engineering practice with strong knowledge of grid compliance and the management ofhighvoltageelectrical transmission systems.
This position offers a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with ScottishPower and Iberdrolas global network of technical experts.Youllbe empowered todeepdiveinto complex engineering topics shapebestpracticeapproaches and directly see the impact of your decisions on asset performance. The role also places significant emphasis on reliability improvement and digitalisation supporting the organisations drive toward smarterdataledoperations.
Whatyoullbe doing
Working within the electrical transmissionequipment team you will be leading/supporting in:
- Support the development of anindustryleadingAsset Management Framework including the creation and implementation of plans procedures and processes.
- Provide technical support to theoperational portfolioof renewable generation assets carrying outrootcauseanalysis and developing/recommending solutions and strategies to improve asset availability and reliability.
- Manage and derisk operational interfaceswith the Control Centre and the Transmission System Owner.
- Support site andbackofficeactivitiesto optimise outage strategies for maintenance and repair work (planned and unplanned).
- Offer expert operational technical support and guidanceacross a wide range of electrical assets including Protection PQ Analysis Transformers Shunt Reactors GIS AIS VTs CTs STATCOMs Filters UPS LV Boards Fire Systems and related equipment.
- Support the contracts team and site operationsin the tendering planning and monitoring of maintenance activities. Provide input on bid levels commercial strategies and agreements relevant to projects.
- Lead the operational readiness of new wind farm assets ensuring risks during the operational period are minimised and that site teams have all necessary information in place.
- Providestrategic advice assessment and recommendationsacross the full project life cyclefrom development through to decommissioning.
- Work with internal and external stakeholdersto ensure O&M activities are delivered on time within budget and to the required quality following procedures offshore standards and industry best practice while ensuring full compliance with Health Safety Environmental and regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate designs from an operational perspectiveto ensure O&M requirements are correctly embedded. Assess various O&M solutions and associated risk profiles affecting technical integrity asset performance and other KPIs. Present options and mitigation recommendations to Lead Electrical O&M Engineers Site and Department Managers or external contractors to ensurecosteffective fully evaluated andriskappropriateO&M solutions.
WhatYoullBring
Youllhave a strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from design through to operations with the ability to navigate technical boundaries and interface points across onshore and offshore windfarm substations. Asset Management qualifications such as the IAM Certificate are beneficial.
Youllbring proven experience in one or more of the following areas: O&G marine HV electrical design operations HV safety or O&M delivery within the wind sector.Youllhavea track recordof resolving complex technical issues from grid code compliance challenges to leadingrootcauseanalyses forcomponentfailures.
Problemsolvingand structured thinking will be key strengths.Youllbe confident making decisions assessing risks and providing clear leadership on the technical implications and feasibility of proposed solutions.
Strong communicationand collaboration skills are essential.Youllwork closely with internal teams suppliers and senior stakeholders to deliver clear technical summaries gather specialist input and ensure that scopes of work and contracts are technically robust while minimising cost and risk.
This role also requires travel for meetings and site visits so flexibility and a willingness to travel are important.
Whatsin it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually you can also enjoya number ofother benefits. With our pension schemewelldouble match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower we believeitsthelittle thingswe do in life that makea big difference. From helping you look after your familys wellbeing save for yourfutureand 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.Thatswhy 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 optionsincluding:Dental Insurance Private Medical Insurance Health CashPlanand annual Health Assessments
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Access toSavesmartfinancial wellbeing support
Plusshopping leisure restaurant and gym discounts and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why ScottishPower
ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group one of the worlds largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generateall ofour energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the futurewereat the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and investing over 6m every working day to make this happen. 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 backgroundyoullfit right in.
ScottishPower is 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.
IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
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
April-3-2026Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Electrical Engineering
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- System Design
- Firmware
- NEC
- LabView
- PCB
- CAD
- Fpga
- Autocad
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Revit
