Offshore FACTS Lead: Grid Stabilisation for Net Zero

SSE Enterprise; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a FACTS Lead to join its Offshore AC Project Engineering team. Ideal candidates should have experience in transmission level FACTS technologies and strong communication skills. The role involves reviewing technical designs, promoting best practices, and supporting project engineers. This position offers a competitive salary between £58,100 and £87,100 plus benefits including performance-related bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP

Interest-free loans for transport

Qualifications

• Experience in FACTS basic design review and installation at up to 400kV.
• Understanding of relevant legislation like CDM & ESQCR.
• Ability to communicate complex technical issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Write and review scope of works for FACTS technology.
• Promote best practices within the FACTS discipline.
• Support and direct project engineers with technical expertise.

Skills

Transmission level FACTS specification

Effective communication skills

Technical assessment of solutions

Stakeholder relationship building

Education

Degree in Electrical or relevant engineering discipline

Chartered Engineer status or working towards it

Job description

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a FACTS Lead to join its Offshore AC Project Engineering team. Ideal candidates should have experience in transmission level FACTS technologies and strong communication skills. The role involves reviewing technical designs, promoting best practices, and supporting project engineers. This position offers a competitive salary between £58,100 and £87,100 plus benefits including performance-related bonuses and flexible working options.