Head of Cables Design
Core
Lead the Cables Design function within SP Transmission's Core Projects business, shaping Scotland's transmission network and supporting the transition to Net Zero.
Role type
Senior leadership IC (Head of Cables Design)
Builds
Transmission infrastructure projects ranging from £100,000 to over £100 million
Domain
Energy transmission / Electrical engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Chartered Engineer status, transmission cable system design expertise, CDM and Health & Safety regulations knowledge, long-term resource planning, budget management, stakeholder management, team leadership, standardisation, continuous improvement
Preferred skills
Experience with Design Houses and Contractors, strategic direction, regulatory change management
Technologies
Cables design tools, engineering standards software
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for the Cables Design function; Act as a senior technical authority for Cables; Lead teams delivering cost-effective design solutions; Drive efficiency through standardised design solutions; Champion continuous improvement and new technologies; Ensure compliance with HSEQ policies and engineering standards; Lead long-term planning and coordination of Cables Design resources; Build relationships with Design Houses and Contractors; Provide direct leadership to Design Managers and a Design Lead; Contribute to programme investment planning and budget management.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership