Job Title
Network Engineer
Location
Glasgow or Warrington (Hybrid)
Salary
£69,200 minimum, bonus up to 20%, family health cover and car allowance
Job Overview
The IDNO Network Engineer is responsible for ensuring Sphere’s network design, engineering and technical standards are within strict adherence to the appropriate regulatory licence obligations and safety legislation for the electricity distribution network. This role will be the key technical subject matter expert for LV, HV and EHV network design across a nationwide portfolio of new distribution network assets. As the SME you will act as a decision maker on engineering matters (engineering assurance sign off) within the Sphere team and provide key guidance to the Sphere Leadership team.
You will operate as the main technical interface with several Independent Connection Provider (ICP) contractors, managing their performance, quality, and technical competency in the design of new Independent Distribution Networks (IDNOs). Additionally, you will be the main liaison with the wider Distribution Network Operator (DNO) community and be responsible for working‑level industry engagement with bodies such as the Energy Networks Association (ENA).
As the Sphere IDNO grows, you will manage customer requests to connect, alter, or extend the Sphere network.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead on engineering design to facilitate the construction of new IDNO assets through relationships with ICP contractors, including establishing and evolving strategy and processes to ensure a consistent approach to design, health and safety management, land rights and project delivery.
* Ensure engineering deliverables are successfully achieved or accelerated to facilitate the expected growth of the Sphere IDNO business in terms of asset base and expected revenue.
* Act as the technical SME for Sphere and decision maker on technical matters; enabling streamlined decisions and being a key interface for ICPs during project construction.
* Manage different sized ICP contractors, ensuring a standardised design approach across the entire portfolio of sites is adopted by Sphere.
* Propose new and advanced engineering solutions with ICPs to enable accelerated delivery of projects.
* Ensure that Sphere Design Philosophy & Principles and policies are adhered to by ICPs.
* Participate and direct cross‑discipline transfer of expertise with fellow Sphere colleagues, acting as a key link for interaction with other departments and enabling holistic technical decisions.
* Lead engineering governance, assurance and approval for design submissions made by ICPs, with thorough attention to detail in the development of new network assets for Sphere adoption, including holding delegated authorisation responsibility.
* Provide engineering oversight and troubleshooting for complex engineering problems, both in the construction of new assets and for the connected assets of Sphere once constructed.
* Represent Sphere’s engineering position and interests at senior industry, regulatory and public consultations where required.
* Set and maintain company‑wide professional engineering working standards, practices and pace of delivery, acting as an engineering role‑model and encouraging technical rigour.
What you’ll bring
* Engineering qualification (BSc/BEng) or relevant experience, with postgraduate qualification preferred (MBA, Meng, MSc).
* Proven experience of distribution network design and construction planning with expert knowledge of design standards up to 33kV.
* Good commercial awareness with the ability to balance customer service and efficient network design whilst ensuring maximum return on investment.
* Technical and operational experience in a relevant engineering role within a utility environment. Experience of working with the National Electricity Registration Scheme (NERS) preferred.
* Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to prioritise and manage a diverse and demanding workload whilst under pressure.
* Direct or indirect line management and leadership experience.
* Capability to manage and influence challenging discussions or situations with internal and external relationships.
* IT literate with the ability to operate MS Office systems, electrical analysis software and customer relationship management systems.
What’s in it for you
* 36 days annual leave.
* Holiday purchase.
* 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 including dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments.
* Life assurance (4x salary).
* Access to Savesmart financial wellbeing support.
* 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 to create the energy infrastructure of the future, we’re at the forefront of the journey to Net Zero and invest 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 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. Our values bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. 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.
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