Planning Policy & Technical Development Engineer

SSE; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 69,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks a passionate individual to join their Planning Policy & Technical Development team. The role involves delivering technical planning policies, representing the company in industry forums, and providing training. Candidates should have an engineering background with relevant qualifications and a strong understanding of electricity distribution standards. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Interest-free loans on transport season tickets

Free online GP

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience with electricity systems, grid codes, and procedures.
• Understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Strong capability in power flow analysis and fault level studies.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical planning policy and standards.
• Represent SSEN in industry working groups.
• Provide technical training and automate planning studies.

Skills

Engineering background

Electricity distribution experience

Technical studies capability

Communication skills

Coaching and development interest

Education

Relevant professional qualifications

Job description

Base Location: Reading or Perth

Salary: £69,105 - £81,406 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Flexible First options available

The role

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable individual to join our Planning Policy & Technical Development team.

The team sits at the heart of System Planning (DSO), and covers the while range of representing planning policy and industry standards externally to disseminating them internally within SSEN.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to have true impact on DNO industry policy, codes and standards development at a time of significant change and carry through with their application; development of technical guidance, technical training, and down to automation modifications/steering.

You will

• Deliver on Technical planning policy and standards.
• Represent SSEN in ENA & Strategic Connections working groups.
• Deliver technical training.
• Deliver automation of system planning studies/steering of modifications.
• Support across DSO on technical matters impacting System Planning.

You have

• An Engineering background, with relevant professional qualifications as well as experience of electricity distribution and specialisation in electricity systems, grid codes and procedures.
• Understanding of statutory, regulatory & license requirements, industry wide codes, network and engineering standards and recommendations. (e.g. DistrGrid code, P2, G5/5, G74, G99).
• Strong capability of carrying out technical studies – including power flow analysis, fault level studies, voltage and thermal capability, harmonic and power quality analysis (scripting capability is a plus).
• Ability to speak/present on a range of technical subjects and represent DSO across industry forums.
• Strong interest in coaching others and developing new skills and capabilities.

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 Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.

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] / 01738 341814 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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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.

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