Planning Engineer
Location: HQ
Salary: £53,280 - £66,600 per year plus benefits and career progression opportunities
Employment type: Full Time / Permanent (Flexible / Hybrid). Closing Date: 23rd April 2026
Role
The Operational Control Centre Outage Planning department, responsible for arranging network access on SPEN's HV, EHV & transmission networks. This position is in the Transmission planning section of the Outage Planning Department, but may also be required to work in the Distribution section at times.
To apply high technical standards to operational outage planning for the Transmission network.
Work with the System Operator to co‑ordinate all system users and network outage requirements on SPEN's transmission network ensuring the network remains safe and secure. Assist the Control Room with the delivery of all planned Transmission outages.
Successful candidates may train as a Transmission Control Person and support the control room as part of their role as a Transmission Planning Engineer. A part‑time shift pattern may apply, if applicable.
What you will be doing
Principle Accountabilities
* Personally contribute to develop and establish an integrated distribution and transmission planning team.
* Deliver co‑ordinated weekly and day‑ahead transmission and distribution plans to the Control Room for delivery of the outage programme.
* Deliver co‑ordinated long‑term transmission outage plans for submission to NESO.
* Contribute to all aspects of customer service associated with the planning function, proactively and reactively, as appropriate, to meet all customer service KPI’s.
* Contribute to the planning interface between all system users.
* Application of the planning interface with NGESO to optimise system access for the business and the security of supplies to our end customers.
* Personally contribute to the Planning team to ensure achievement of required level of performance from the planning team, individually and collectively.
* Contribute as an effective member of the Operational Planning Team.
* Undertake the duties of Control Person to assist the Control Room in the execution of the planned system outages.
What you will bring
The successful candidate will possess the following experience:
* Working knowledge of Energy Networks policies, procedures and working practices.
* Committed to achieving the highest standards of customer service.
* Working knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
* Knowledge of network and business data and network management systems.
* Working knowledge of the relevant regulatory documentation.
* Awareness of network development policies and procedures.
* Ability to devise solutions to complex problems and challenges.
* Developed customer service skills.
* Expert knowledge of the application of System Security Standards and the interplay with system capability elements.
* Broad operational experience preferred, e.g. spanning Distribution/Transmission and possibly generation.
* Good understanding of company safety rules and supporting procedures for working on HV electrical equipment.
* Expert user of PowerOn and PI systems.
* Working knowledge of power system analysis tools and techniques demonstrating a detailed understanding of load flow and contingency analysis.
Minimum Criteria
* Engineering qualification, degree level/HNC with significant relevant experience.
* Relevant similar experience in an operational role.
* Computer literacy – e.g. Microsoft Office suite.
What's in it for you
As well as a competitive salary reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of benefits:
* 36 days annual leave.
* Holiday Purchase – extra annual leave.
* Share Schemes.
* Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding.
* Technology Vouchers.
* Electric Vehicle Schemes.
* Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans.
* Healthcare benefit options: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan, annual Health Assessments.
* Life Assurance (4× salary).
* Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support.
* Shopping, leisure, restaurant, gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more.
Eligibility and Diversity
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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