Design Engineer - Civils

Civils Design Engineer
Cambuslang
Competitive
Permanent, open to talk flexible working

Help us create a better future, quicker

SP Energy Networks is part of the ScottishPower Group of companies. We provide power on behalf of supply companies through a network of cables and power lines that we own and maintain.
We do it responsibly. We do it innovatively. We do it with respect for people and for the environment. We do it looking at the long term, not just today.
We’re dedicated to delivering a safe and reliable electricity supply to all of our customers 24 hours a day, every day of the year. Through our transmission and distribution network we provide power to customers in Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and North Shropshire as well as Central and Southern Scotland.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environment compliance, innovation and continuous improvement. Assist with development of pre-contract design and delivery of projects by supporting the technical aspects of civil engineering works. You’ll assess engineering documentation, feasibility, compliance advise on construction issues when required, in relation to civil engineering works. Prepare basic and detailed engineering specifications and designs for concrete foundations, access roads, steel structures, drainage and buildings associated with networks transmission projects. Assisting with civil engineering requirements for input to System Construction Authorisation (SCA), and Technical Specifications.

You’ll prepare/review drawings and specifications for construction/procurement and ensure civil engineering designs and construction practices are in accordance with current legislation, policies and operational requirements. Providing technical support to the Project Unit teams on matters concerning the design and construction of civil/structural elements of the works. Maintaining an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice and assisting with evaluation and apply new ideas, technical development, new equipment and alternative working methods to provide cost savings, efficiencies and improved safety. Communicate across multi-disciplinary engineering teams to provide end to end integrated solutions.

What you’ll bring

• Civil or structural engineering degree with relevant experience
• Full UK driving licence
• Requirement to undertake short trips away from home as required
• Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of the job
• Working towards membership of an appropriate professional body
• Knowledge of BIM and its benefits
• Skills in use of MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, AutoCAD, Staad Pro, TEDDS, Micro drainage, Civils 3D, Autodesk AEC package.

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 purchases
• 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
• Access to ‘nudge’ financial wellbeing support
• Plus shopping, 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 world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. With a commitment to generate all of our energy from renewable resources and a drive to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at 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 background, you’ll fit 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 careers@scottishpower.com

Mobility Information

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.