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at Iberdrola

🏢 About Iberdrola

Iberdrola is a global leader in renewable energy, specifically accelerating America's clean energy transition with sustainable power solutions. What makes them unique is their strong commitment to ethical practices combined with their focus on high-voltage transmission infrastructure (132kV-400kV), positioning them at the forefront of modernizing the electrical grid. Working here means contributing directly to tangible climate solutions while being part of an industry leader with rigorous technical standards.

About This Role

As Design Lead at Iberdrola, you'll oversee the complete engineering lifecycle for Transmission network projects (132kV, 275kV & 400kV), from feasibility studies to detailed design. This role is impactful because you'll lead a team of Design Engineers while ensuring all OHL (Overhead Line) systems meet strict compliance and safety standards, directly supporting the expansion of America's clean energy infrastructure. Your technical assessments will influence project development decisions and contractor selection.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day involves reviewing OHL design specifications for 275kV projects using PLS-CADD, coordinating with your team of Design Engineers on compliance checks, and providing technical input on tender assessments for upcoming transmission work. You might also participate in project development meetings to advise on feasibility studies, ensuring all designs align with Iberdrola's safety standards and clean energy objectives.

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🎯 Who Iberdrola Is Looking For

  • Has 5+ years of hands-on experience with Transmission network overhead line engineering, specifically with 132kV-400kV systems, including familiarity with associated equipment like insulators, conductors, and towers
  • Is proficient with PLS-CADD software for transmission line design and analysis, with demonstrable project experience using this tool
  • Possesses both technical depth and leadership ability—can manage a team of engineers while providing CDM (Construction Design and Management) and Health & Safety guidance
  • Is degree-qualified in Electrical or Civil Engineering (or equivalent) and is actively working toward professional institution membership (e.g., IEEE, IET)

📝 Tips for Applying to Iberdrola

1

Highlight specific Transmission voltage levels you've worked with (132kV, 275kV, 400kV)—Iberdrola wants to see exact match experience

2

Mention PLS-CADD software proficiency prominently in your resume, ideally with examples of projects where you used it for OHL design

3

Emphasize any experience with CDM regulations and Health & Safety implementation in transmission projects, as this is explicitly mentioned in the requirements

4

Tailor your application to show how your background aligns with 'accelerating America's clean energy transition'—connect your transmission work to renewable integration

5

If you have pre-contract design experience, detail how you've supported tender assessments or project development phases

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your direct experience with high-voltage transmission networks (132kV-400kV) and OHL engineering, specifying projects and outcomes', "Leadership examples where you've managed design engineers or overseen engineering specifications in a transmission context", "How your technical skills (especially PLS-CADD) and safety/compliance knowledge support Iberdrola's clean energy mission", "Any familiarity with Iberdrola's projects or their approach to sustainable infrastructure development"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Iberdrola's current U.S. transmission projects and their clean energy targets (e.g., renewable integration, grid modernization)
  • → The company's ethical practices and sustainability reports, especially regarding infrastructure development
  • → Industry challenges in high-voltage transmission (132kV-400kV) for renewable energy integration
  • → Iberdrola's use of technology like PLS-CADD in their engineering workflows (check case studies or whitepapers)

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk us through a specific Transmission project (132kV or above) where you used PLS-CADD for design or analysis
2 How do you ensure OHL designs comply with both legislation and operational requirements in a remote work setting?
3 Describe your approach to leading a team of Design Engineers while maintaining CDM and Health & Safety standards
4 How would you assess a tender submission for a 275kV transmission line project? What technical factors would you prioritize?
5 How does your experience align with Iberdrola's focus on accelerating America's clean energy transition?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only distribution-level experience (below 132kV) without addressing the specific high-voltage transmission requirements
  • Failing to mention PLS-CADD software experience—this is a hard requirement for this role
  • Submitting a generic application that doesn't reference Iberdrola's clean energy mission or transmission focus

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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