OT Engineer

SSE PLC; Inverness; On-site; GBP 57,150 - 68,295; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Online GP access

24/7 counselling service

Cycle to Work scheme

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Job summary

SSE plc is seeking an experienced Operational Technology Engineer to join the SSEN Transmission OT team. You will provide technical expertise to OT projects and support the development, enhancement and upgrade of key OT systems.

You will work with TechOps to monitor, maintain and improve the reliability of our OT systems, with a focus on cyber security and resilience. This role requires a full, current driving licence and eligibility for UK vetting at SC level.

Qualifications

• Experience working with OT systems, including analysis of failure trends and fault finding.
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating within a team of technical specialists, with strong communication skills.
• Experience on technical OT projects in a SME or technical delivery capacity.
• Full, current driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Support the introduction of new technologies through detailed proof of concepts, research into industry trends, and recommendations for strategic improvements.
• Work closely with the Transmission Control Centre to develop, enhance and simulate their control systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing cyber security of critical Transmission OT systems, including cyber response and disaster recovery activities and testing of backups in line with eCAF requirements.
• Assist the TechOps team in investigating and resolving complex technical issues, potentially including 24-hour standby rota.

Skills

OT systems

Scripting

Server management

Databases

Stakeholder communication

Tools

GEV PowerOn

AVEVA PI

Job description

Base Location:For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish Control Centres and you'll be expected to spend a minimum of 50% of your working week in the office - Perth, or Inverness.

Salary:£57,150 - £68,295 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government. The criteria normally includes 5 years UK residency, further information can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

The role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Operational Technology Engineer to join the SSEN Transmission OT team. As part of the OT Systems team (SysOps), you will provide technical expertise to OT projects and support the development, enhancement and upgrade of our key OT systems.

You will also work closely with the Technology Operations team (TechOps) to proactively monitor, maintain and improve the reliability of our OT systems.

Key responsibilities for this role will include:

• Support the introduction of new technologies through detailed proof of concepts, research into emerging industry trends, and recommendations for strategic improvements.
• Work closely with the Transmission Control Centre to help innovate, develop, enhance and simulate their suite of control systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing cyber security of critical Transmission OT systems, including participation in cyber response and disaster recovery activities (both live and exercised), and the management and testing of system backups in line with Enhanced CAF (eCAF) requirements.
• Assist the TechOps team in investigating and resolving complex technical issues or faults. This may also lead to being part of a 24-hour standby rota.

You have

• Experience working with OT systems, including analysis of failure trends and fault finding, with a passion for understanding complex systems and how to monitor, enhance and improve them.
• The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively within a team of technical specialists, with strong relationship building and communication skills to engage confidently with customers, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Experience working on technical OT projects in either a Subject Matter Expert or technical delivery capacity.
• A working understanding of scripting, server management and databases, along with exposure to GEV PowerOn and AVEVA PI. These are desirable, but not essential.

It is an essential requirement for this role that you have a full, current driving licence.

Candidates for this role will be required to obtain vetting to SC level through UK Government. The criteria normally includes 5 years UK residency, further information can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: Applicant - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

About SSE

SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

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.

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.