Lead Engineer (HVDC)
Hunterston Converter Station

Salary starting from £63,200 to £79,000

Permanent

Closing Date: 13/07/2026

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

• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing HVDC Operations & Maintenance team, driving a culture of safety, quality and continuous improvement.

• Provide technical leadership and specialist expertise across existing and future HVDC assets.

• Oversee the safe operation, inspection and maintenance of HVDC converter stations and associated plant in line with company standards and regulatory requirements.

• Support the development, construction, commissioning and ongoing operation of new HVDC projects and interconnections.

• Manage HVDC-related contracts, marine interfaces and stakeholder relationships to ensure effective delivery and value for money.

• Coordinate outage planning and resource deployment to optimise network performance and asset availability.

• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, joint venture partners and external stakeholders.

• Drive operational excellence through performance monitoring, cost control and effective asset management.

• Support trainee development and contribute to wider Transmission Operations objectives and regulatory commitments.

What you'll bring

• Strong knowledge of transmission operations, maintenance practices and HVDC systems.

• Experience with Protection & Control systems and transmission plant standards.

• Sound understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation.

• Strong leadership, coaching and people management skills.

• Ability to manage complex technical challenges and deliver practical solutions.

• Commercial awareness with experience managing contracts and external stakeholders.

• Knowledge of SAP and asset management systems.

• Excellent communication, planning and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Senior Authorised Person status at transmission voltages (or equivalent experience).

Minimum Criteria

• Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.

• Significant post-qualification experience within a power, utilities or transmission environment.

• Proven experience operating and maintaining high-voltage transmission assets.

• Demonstrable experience working with HVDC systems and technologies.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and asset management systems such as SAP.

  
  

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 .

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.

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