Senior Project Engineer (Substation)

Eurocentral, Covering Central & Southern Scotland

Salary: £55,000 - £68,750

Permanent

Closing Date: 11/12/2026

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

As Senior Project Engineer within Transmission Operations, you’ll provide technical and operational support to the Substations team and wider business, with a focus on substation plant and new technologies. Reporting to the Substations Operational Support Lead Engineer, you’ll provide expert guidance to support safe, effective and efficient network operations.

• Provide operational input into the design, approval and introduction of new substation equipment and technologies.
• Support new technologies including MSCDNs, harmonic filters, STATCOMs and SF6-free alternatives, ensuring operational, maintenance, safety and training requirements are addressed.
• Review new network proposals and provide operational input through the Transmission System Review Group.
• Provide technical and Safety Rules guidance to operational and delivery teams.
• Develop and support engineering policies covering Substation Primary and Auxiliary Plant, including FACTS equipment.
• Support network resilience, emergency response and business continuity arrangements.
• Provide engineering investment information to Asset Management.
• Support the development and introduction of Dielectric Gas insulation handling processes and equipment during the transition from SF6 to more environmentally friendly mediums such as SF6 free C4-FN.
• Provide technical support to the delivery teams with issues identified in the ENA NEDERS notifications and identify the potential impact on transmission network.
• Provide Safety Rule guidance as required to operational teams and contribute to the review of the Safety Rules and supporting processes, including support to trainees.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge and experience of substation plant, including switchgear, circuit breakers, transformers, auxiliary systems and FACTS equipment.
• Good understanding of electrical and mechanical safe systems of work, Safety Rules and relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of transmission network policies, procedures and network development.
• Commercial and regulatory awareness, including RIIO-T3.
• Strong communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to resolve complex technical and operational challenges.
• Knowledge of SAP and associated systems.
• Senior Authorised Person status at transmission voltages would be advantageous.
• Corporate Membership of an appropriate professional organisation such the Institution of Engineering and Technology would be an advantage 

Minimum Criteria

• Degree/HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment.
• Full driving licence.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office.

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.

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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.

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