Lead Engineer (HVDC) – Hunterston Converter Station
- Salary starting from £63,200 to £79,000
- Permanent
- Closing Date: 13/07/2026
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.
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%.
Benefits
- 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 fundingTechnology 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
EEO Statement
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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