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A leading energy company seeks a Lead Design Engineer in Cambuslang to oversee transmission network projects. The role involves developing engineering solutions, supervising junior staff, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include an extensive pension scheme, generous holiday options, and support for professional development.
job requisition id R-13853
Cambuslang, Glasgow
Salary starting from £56,160 per annum plus excellent benefits
Flexible Hybrid Working
Closing Date: 13 July 2025
With plans to see SP Energy Networks (SPEN), part of the ScottishPower Group, invest over £5bn in transmission projects across our network in central and southern Scotland by 2030, the Transmission Commercial team will play a key role in supporting SPEN to deliver the required transmission infrastructure to support Scottish and UK Government 2030 targets.
A Lead Design Engineer is responsible for developing and delivering engineering solutions from feasibility to detailed design for transmission network projects (132kV, 275kV, and 400kV).
You will oversee high-value, complex projects within the portfolio, supervise and develop less experienced staff, and provide engineering specifications, innovative solutions, technical support, advice, coaching, and input throughout project lifecycles.
What you’ll be doing
What you’ll bring
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What’s in it for you
Along with a competitive salary reviewed annually, benefits include pension scheme with double matching up to 10%, 36 days annual leave, holiday purchase options, share schemes, payroll giving, technology vouchers, electric vehicle schemes, cycle-to-work, healthcare options, life assurance, financial wellbeing support, and employee discounts.
Why SP Energy Networks
Part of the Iberdrola Group, we operate over 4000km of cables and lines connecting wind farms and infrastructure across Scotland, North Wales, and North West England. We are committed to Scotland’s Net Zero target by 2044, investing over £5.5 billion into our transmission network to support renewable energy growth. We value diversity, inclusion, and social purpose, aiming to build a sustainable, community-connected business.
We support candidates with disabilities or special needs through reasonable adjustments. For support, contact careers@scottishpower.com.