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Hardware / Network Engineer
Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer
Hardware / Network Engineer
#41374
Remote / WFH
Iberdrola Group
Job Description
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Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer
Location: Glasgow SPHQ
Salary Circa £70,000
Help us create a better future, quicker
The re-organisation of SPEN Real Time Systems (RTS) and Telecommunication responsibilities within Smart Grid Operation ( SGO) has produced several changes, one of which is the establishment of an Infrastructure Team. This team will be responsible for the design and support of the operational data network and firewall management within SGO.
The Senior Engineer provides support for the planning and programme management of Infrastructure changes to the data network estate, while acting as a programme co-ordinator on behalf of internal customers.
This role is focused on the application of technology-specific and project/change delivery expertise to ensure the successful design, deployment, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of network assets in line with Group standards and policies.
The fundamental objective of this role is to support the establishment and delivery of plans that will lead to the acceptance, implementation, maintenance (according to the agreed refresh policies) and decommissioning of specific hardware or software assets in support of the broader SGO architectural vision.
What you’ll be doing
Standards Definition – definition, communication, and education on appropriate technical standards within the technology area.
Design – leading and approving the design of solutions, ensuring compliance with Group standards and direction.
Project Definition – development of business cases that define the costs, benefits, and delivery approach related to data network development or refresh.
Project Delivery – managing the project lifecycle to ensure successful completion, with effective stakeholder communication throughout.
Supplier Engagement – developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and
supervising the delivery of services from them to ensure on-time, on-budget performance.
Technical Support – providing technical expertise to assist with the resolution of escalated
operational problems and restoration of service.
Support the production of an annual work program and budgetary requirements to line Manager
Technical input to architectural planning – utilising relevant expertise to ensure that
architectural plans and budgets reflect the activities and investment required to move from the
current state to the desired state
Investigate failures and defects affecting Energy Networks Infrastructure network equipment and
recommend appropriate remedial actions and/or changes as required.
Perform all duties in support of SP Energy Networks Operational Excellence goals & other
business drivers
Support the production, develop and maintain Infrastructure policy and process documentation reflecting best practise and operational experience.
Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental
matters.
What you’ll bring
Technical Architecture experience of a number of clients similar in size to ScottishPower
Proven track record of delivery that balances technical and commercial judgement
Technical experience in architecture development or technical support role covering a number of technology areas.
Should possess detailed knowledge of network hardware platforms, firewall technologies and Software Defined Networking
Qualified to Degree/HND or equivalent in IT technologies
Good inter-personal and communication skills with the ability to form effective working relationships with other departments / businesses.
Excellent communication skills and able to operate at both a technical and senior managerial level.
Networking with peers and business IT suppliers will be an essential ingredient to this job to ensure that technology decisions are based on a range of information sources.
Basic knowledge across a broad range of technologies, including voice and data networking, internet technologies.
IT projects delivery.
Experience of customer and supplier management
Experience of Energy Industry in UK.
Experienced in :-
IP Networking
Routing and Switching
SDN Technologies
Firewall PaloAlto & Cisco
Network Security Techniques
Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Network Engineer
Location: Glasgow SPHQ
Salary Circa £70,000
Help us create a better future, quicker
The re-organisation of SPEN Real Time Systems (RTS) and Telecommunication responsibilities within Smart Grid Operation ( SGO) has produced several changes, one of which is the establishment of an Infrastructure Team. This team will be responsible for the design and support of the operational data network and firewall management within SGO.
The Senior Engineer provides support for the planning and programme management of Infrastructure changes to the data network estate, while acting as a programme co-ordinator on behalf of internal customers.
This role is focused on the application of technology-specific and project/change delivery expertise to ensure the successful design, deployment, operation, maintenance and decommissioning of network assets in line with Group standards and policies.
The fundamental objective of this role is to support the establishment and delivery of plans that will lead to the acceptance, implementation, maintenance (according to the agreed refresh policies) and decommissioning of specific hardware or software assets in support of the broader SGO architectural vision.
What you’ll be doing
Standards Definition – definition, communication, and education on appropriate technical standards within the technology area.
Design – leading and approving the design of solutions, ensuring compliance with Group standards and direction.
Project Definition – development of business cases that define the costs, benefits, and delivery approach related to data network development or refresh.
Project Delivery – managing the project lifecycle to ensure successful completion, with effective stakeholder communication throughout.
Supplier Engagement – developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and
supervising the delivery of services from them to ensure on-time, on-budget performance.
Technical Support – providing technical expertise to assist with the resolution of escalated
operational problems and restoration of service.
Support the production of an annual work program and budgetary requirements to line Manager
Technical input to architectural planning – utilising relevant expertise to ensure that
architectural plans and budgets reflect the activities and investment required to move from the
current state to the desired state
Investigate failures and defects affecting Energy Networks Infrastructure network equipment and
recommend appropriate remedial actions and/or changes as required.
Perform all duties in support of SP Energy Networks Operational Excellence goals & other
business drivers
Support the production, develop and maintain Infrastructure policy and process documentation reflecting best practise and operational experience.
Perform all duties with a strong emphasis on health, safety, quality and environmental
matters.
What you’ll bring
Technical Architecture experience of a number of clients similar in size to ScottishPower
Proven track record of delivery that balances technical and commercial judgement
Technical experience in architecture development or technical support role covering a number of technology areas.
Should possess detailed knowledge of network hardware platforms, firewall technologies and Software Defined Networking
Qualified to Degree/HND or equivalent in IT technologies
Good inter-personal and communication skills with the ability to form effective working relationships with other departments / businesses.
Excellent communication skills and able to operate at both a technical and senior managerial level.
Networking with peers and business IT suppliers will be an essential ingredient to this job to ensure that technology decisions are based on a range of information sources.
Basic knowledge across a broad range of technologies, including voice and data networking, internet technologies.
IT projects delivery.
Experience of customer and supplier management
Experience of Energy Industry in UK.
Experienced in :-
IP Networking
Routing and Switching
SDN Technologies
Firewall PaloAlto & Cisco
Network Security Techniques
