ScottishPower
O&M Engineer (FTC till end of 2027)
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Job Title O&M Engineer- Technical Projects (Fixed Term Contract till End of 2027)
Location: Glasgow, London or Lowestoft
Salary: from £50,400, up to 10% bonus and health cover
Flexible Working Pattern
Help us create a better future, quicker
The O&M Engineer - Technical Projects will join the new Technical Management Team within Offshore Wind Operation & Maintenance (O&M) - Operations Engineering.
The team plays a critical role within the operation and maintenance division of the offshore business to support asset performance and growth objectives as our offshore facilities expand. We work both in support of our existing operational sites and contribute to the development of our future wind farms. The team sits within the wider Operations Engineering team, which is responsible for asset performance and technical integrity (electrical, mechanical, SCADA, structural, turbines).
We are looking for an engaged technical project engineer to join the team to deliver technical projects, drive forward continuous improvement initiatives, and prepare for and support the adoption of digital tools. There will be a particular focus on standardisation, innovation, optimisation of onshore/offshore workscopes and capturing of lessons learned. As part of this, there will be the opportunity to develop small-scale digital tools in-house using coding and low-code coding tools, in support of team activities and technical engineering issues.
This role is a unique opportunity to work with a variety of teams and disciplines across the business and observe the impacts of your efforts.
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What You’ll Be Doing
- Responsible for the delivery of assigned technical projects from initiation to completion to achieve project objectives within designated timelines, budgets, Health, Safety and Environment (HSE), legal, regulatory and quality requirements.
- Support operational, inspection and maintenance activities, capturing operational experience and inputting this to new wind farm projects.
- Identify, prepare for and manage implementation of digital tools as well as developing technical specifications, strategies, processes and procedures.
- Define and govern O&M data requirements and handover standards.
- Interface with, and coordinate the technical inputs, of internal engineering and site teams and contractors to ensure productive relationships and a high-quality technical input.
What You’ll Bring
- Sound technical knowledge relevant to the offshore wind industry (e.g. structures, cables, high voltage equipment, SCADA, electronics and data analysis).
- Proven project engineering and/or project management experience and a strong digital mindset.
- Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), particularly SAP Plant Maintenance (SAP PM).
- Well-developed report writing and presentation skills, along with excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Proactive team player with experience and skills working in multi-discipline projects, in an international environment.
- Experience in working on continuous improvement projects and optimising ways of working.
- Excellent planning and analysis skills with the ability to anticipate problems and implement mitigating solutions.
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What’s In It For You
- Competitive salary reviewed annually.
- Pension scheme with double match contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
- Benefits include:
- 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
- Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why ScottishPower
- ScottishPower is part of the Iberdrola Group, a world leader in wind energy.
- Commitment to generate all energy from renewable resources and invest in the energy infrastructure of the future.
- Diverse opportunities and investment in internal talent.
- Inclusion, diversity, and social purpose at the heart of everything we do.
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.
IMPORTANT
Advert will close at 23:59 GMT the day before Job Posting End Date below
August-12-2026
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