Offshore Wind and Renewable Energy Analyst

SSE plc; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Cycle to Work scheme

Online GP & wellbeing services

Family entitlements

Job summary

SSE Renewables is seeking an Offshore Wind & Renewable Energy Analyst to shape project design and investment decisions through advanced analysis. You will analyse wind resources, model layouts, and support decisions across our global offshore wind portfolio from development to delivery.

The role involves developing tools in Python/Matlab, conducting wake modelling and energy yield assessments, and contributing to metocean studies.

Qualifications

• Degree-level engineering/physics/maths or related discipline.
• Strong analytical and data processing skills for practical recommendations.
• Experience with wind resource assessment software and offshore projects.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver wind resource analysis from meteorological data.
• Design offshore wind layouts balancing energy, constraints, and economics.
• Perform wind flow, wake, and energy yield modelling.
• Support site conditions assessments affecting turbine selection.
• Develop analytical tools using Python/Matlab for decision support.
• Model Levelised Cost of Energy and energy time series.

Skills

Engineering background

Wind resource analysis

Python

Matlab

Windographer

WindFarmer Analyst

CFD wind modelling

Analytical thinking

Education

Engineering/Physics/Math/Environmental Science or related

Tools

Windographer

WindFarmer Analyst

Python

Matlab

Job description

Base Location:You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations Aberdeen, Glasgow, Dublin, Belfast, Perth or Readingwhilstother SSER locations can be considered.

Salary: Competitive+ bonus depending on skills and experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern:12 Months Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

At SSE Renewables, we're delivering some of the world's most ambitious offshore wind projects, helping create a cleaner, more affordable and more secure energy future. As an Offshore Wind & Renewable Energy Analyst, you'll play a key role in shaping project design and investment decisions across our global offshore wind portfolio through advanced analysis, modelling and insight.

This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of offshore wind development, influencing the performance, viability and long-term success of major renewable energy projects from the earliest stages of development through to delivery.

You will

• Own and deliver wind resource analysis using data from meteorological masts and remote sensing devices to support critical project decisions.
• Design and optimise offshore wind farm layouts, balancing energy production, technical constraints, environmental considerations and commercial outcomes.
• Conduct wind flow, wake modelling and energy yield assessments to maximise project performance and support investment cases.
• Support site conditions assessments, providing insight that influences turbine selection, foundation design and project strategy.
• Develop and enhance analytical tools, models and software capabilities using Python and Matlab to improve efficiency and decision-making.
• Support Levelised Cost of Energy and energy/cost time series modelling.

You’ll also have opportunities to contribute to metocean studies, operational asset performance analysis, wind measurement campaigns, noise assessments and innovative solutions that support the continued growth of SSE Renewables' global portfolio.

You have

• Degree-level qualification in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Environmental Science or a related technical discipline.
• Strong analytical and data processing capabilities with the ability to translate complex information into practical recommendations.
• Experience using industry-standard wind resource assessment software such as Windographer and WindFarmer Analyst.
• Experience supporting offshore wind resource and site conditions assessments.
• Knowledge of CFD wind modelling techniques and their application to renewable energy projects.

It would be great if you also have

• Programming skills in Python and/or Matlab.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary energy or infrastructure projects.
• A passion for innovation and continuous improvement within renewable energy.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.

We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.

Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.

SSE Renewables delivers the clean power needed to support the clean energy transition. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 expertshelping lead the transition to a clean, reliable electricity system.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

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 [e-mail] 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.

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