Assistant Engineering Manager (HVDC)

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is looking for an experienced leader to manage HVDC projects. This role requires a strong background in engineering, with responsibilities including oversight of technical requirements and ensuring safety throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and demonstrate extensive experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible benefits including private healthcare discounts

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of legislation affecting Transmission network management.
• Strong technical grasp of regulatory obligations.

Responsibilities

• Drive projects and innovative thinking for HVDC Engineering Team.
• Coordinate all engineering activities and provide direct Line Management.
• Promote and manage safety across project portfolios.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

Technical expertise in Transmission networks

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant degree, preferably Chartered Engineer

Job description

Overview

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Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Inverness, Aberdeen, Perth or Glasgow

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

Responsibilities

• As part of SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, assist to drive forward projects and bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to grow teams to successfully deliver a network for Net Zero.
• Work within the HVDC Engineering Team on HVDC projects; direct HVDC experience is desirable but not necessary.
• Collaborate with candidates with strong multi discipline engineering / project management experience in construction, consultancy, or client organisations within the Energy Industry; civil engineering bias is preferable.
• Collaborate with the Project Engineering Manager to deliver HVDC Engineering scope (LCP Gate 1 to Gate 4) for assigned project / package (typical value £700M - £2000M); identify and manage Engineering and Quality risks and implement proactive measures to minimise risk to project/asset quality and programme.
• Provide direct Line Management for project engineers and coordinate all engineering activities, including selection and management of engineering consultants and the technical direction of contractors.
• Ensure clear and robust communication of project technical requirements to project teams; ensure teams understand the need to refer technical issues to engineering; identify technology elements requiring Technical Authority approval and plan TA approval with the technical team.
• Promote and manage safety within the project portfolio, including Safety in Design, CDM procedures and Principle designer practice, review construction methods (RAMS) and commissioning and operational safety requirements.
• Own Design Management Plans, Engineering Works Information, scheduling of Design Reviews and ensure competent project technical leadership in conjunction with the Project Engineering Manager and Technical Authority.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in engineering with a relevant degree (preferably Chartered Engineer) and extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering complex, civil-biased projects.
• Strong technical expertise in Transmission networks, including core and facilitating functions, with a solid grasp of legal and regulatory obligations.
• In-depth knowledge of legislation affecting Transmission network management, particularly CDM and ESQCR, and their implications for assets and projects.
• Familiarity with industry standards and specifications, with the ability to assess and apply relevant technical standards to diverse projects.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, capable of building relationships with consultants and experts, and effectively communicating complex technical issues to support senior decision-making.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We\'re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that\'s not all - we\'re upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits to fit your life, including discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service, and interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with Cycle to Work scheme.
• Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

How to apply

Work with an equal opportunity employer. SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Stephanie at [e-mail] or 01738 342963 to discuss how we can support you. We\'re dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We\'ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we\'ll be taking your application further. If you\'re offered a role with SSE, you\'ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.

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