Principal Engineer

Iberdrola España; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Una importante compañía eléctrica busca un Ingeniero Principal en Glasgow para liderar un equipo de diseñadores en proyectos de transmisión. El candidato ideal tiene un sólido enfoque en diseño civil y estructural, así como experiencia en implementar mejores prácticas de seguridad. Ofrecemos un salario competitivo, bonificaciones anuales, y beneficios como 36 días de vacaciones anuales y planes de seguro de salud. Únete a nuestro equipo y sé parte de la transición hacia un futuro más sostenible.

Benefits

36 días de vacaciones anuales

Seguro de salud familiar

Plan de pensiones

Opción de compra de seguro dental

Descuentos en gimnasios

Qualifications

• Experiencia en diseño civil y estructural para proyectos eléctricos grandes.
• Capacidad de gestión del equipo y formación de ingenieros.
• Conocimientos en evaluación de riesgos y CDM.

Responsibilities

• Gestionar y liderar un equipo de ingenieros en proyectos de transmisión.
• Desarrollo de soluciones de diseño conformes a las regulaciones.
• Auditar y garantizar la calidad de los diseños de ingeniería.

Skills

Liderazgo técnico

Comunicación efectiva

Implementación de prácticas de seguridad

Diseño civil y estructural

Conocimiento de regulaciones CDM

Education

Título en Ingeniería Civil y Estructural

Formación de ingeniero colegiado

Tools

BIM

Job description

Principal Engineer page is loaded## Principal Engineerlocations: Reino Unido, Cambuslangposted on: Publicado hoytime left to apply: Fecha final: 20 de diciembre de 2025 (Quedan 6 días para realizar la solicitud)job requisition id: R-24906**Principal Engineer****Glasgow****Salary starting from £69,200 to £86,500****Plus, up to 20% annual bonus, Family Health Cover and car allowance****Permanent / Hybrid****Closing Date: 19/12/25****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**Manage and lead a team of Transmission Design Engineers to develop and deliver standardized, cost-effective engineering designs for transmission projects, balancing innovation and lifecycle cost reduction. Act as a key influencer in investment planning for the Transmission capital program.* Lead a team of engineers to deliver compliant, cost-effective solutions aligned with regulatory allowances.* Own Civil & Structural Engineering Design policy and standard design solutions across SPT.* Identify and implement engineering efficiencies into standard solutions.* Produce guidance for external contractors and customers on SPT asset design and construction.* Provide technical support for framework contracts to deliver project masterplans.* Ensure team resourcing and manage change to meet business targets through cross-functional collaboration.* Embed HSEQ policies in all engineering solutions.* Ensure compliance with SPT engineering policies, standards, and procedures; conduct audits on projects.* Support end-to-end project design through construction and record submission.* Resolve complex engineering problems using innovative approaches.* Drive continuous improvement initiatives.* Define engineering scope during pre-engineering phases and advise on new requirements.* Audit Civil & Structural engineers across regions.* Deliver performance management, training, coaching, and mentoring for the team.**What you’ll bring*** Degree in Civil & Structural Engineering* Chartered Engineer (or working towards).* Extensive experience in civil and structural design for large electrical infrastructure projects.* Strong technical oversight, leadership, and communication skills.* Proven ability to implement CDM and Health & Safety best practices.* Experience introducing technologies to reduce project costs and carbon footprint for sustainable designs.* Knowledge of CDM regulations, designer risk assessment, and BIM for transmission substations.**Minimum Requirements*** Engineering qualification (BSc/BEng) and/or postgraduate qualification (MBA, MSc) or equivalent experience.* Civil & Structural detailed design experience.* People management capability.**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 [e-mail].**Información Movilidad** Tenga en cuenta que cualquier solicitante que no sea ciudadano del país de la vacante estará sujeto al cumplimiento de los requisitos de inmigración aplicables para trabajar legalmente en ese país. En caso necesario, la empresa ayudará al empleado con los requisitos de inmigración necesarios.December-20-2025