Senior Cable Design Engineer

About this role

Requirements

• Degree in an Engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience in high-voltage cable engineering
• Significant proven experience in an accountable position working with high-voltage power cables and associated equipment
• Proficiency in using Cymcap software for cable design and evaluation
• Ability to implement, apply, and promote CDM and Health & Safety best practice within a design environment
• Capability to represent departments or project teams on cable engineering matters, making informed judgments and advocating for industry standards and best practice
• Experience in assessing engineering documentation for feasibility and compliance with client requirements, preparing accurate project budgets, and delivering quality documentation
• Experience preparing Project Quality Plans (PQPs) and ensuring all deliverables are met to the required standard
• Effective communication and coordination skills, enabling you to work across multi-disciplinary teams and provide clear technical guidance to stakeholders at all levels
• Proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to investigate complex technical issues and develop practical, innovative solutions
• What's in it for you
• As well as an attractive 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
• Equity Plans
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• 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 assistance
• 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 presence in wind energy. Across our MANWEB area, covering North Wales, Merseyside, Cheshire, and North Shropshire, we keep the lights on for over 2.4 million people. Our network of underground cables and overhead lines delivers reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and communities every single day. It's an accountability we take seriously, and one that puts us at the forefront of the UK's journey to Net Zero.
• We're investing heavily in our infrastructure to enable the rapid growth of renewable energy and meet the increasing demands of electrification. This means upgrading our networks, integrating innovative technologies, and building the systems that will power a sustainable future. Working with us means being part of something bigger — helping to shape the energy landscape while making a real difference to the communities we serve.
• Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Combined with our values, they bring us into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all types of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you'll fit right in.
• We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related assistance. If you need adjustments, please reach out to
• careers@scottishpower.com
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• 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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• Job Posting End Date
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• October-9-2026