Power Systems Technical and Engineering Manager

SSE; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 66,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Power Systems Technical and Engineering Manager to ensure the safe operation of the North of Scotland network. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in the regulated energy sector, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and family.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets

Maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience at a senior level in a nationally critical operational business.
• Chartered status or operating at that level preferred.
• Ability to influence policy and build trusted relationships.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and reliable network operation across North of Scotland.
• Make informed decisions on network changes during commissioning.
• Collaborate with partners to resolve challenges and support outage plans.

Skills

Understanding of regulated energy sector

Electrical Engineering expertise

Analytical skills

Leadership skills

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots in Perth or Inverness.

Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

The Power Systems Technical and Engineering Manager plays a key leadership role in ensuring the safe and reliable operation of the North of Scotland network. You’ll guide real-time control, support outage planning, and ensure system readiness. This role also helps shape future strategy, influence technical standards, and build a supportive environment where your team has the tools and confidence to meet growing operational demands.

You will

• Ensure safe and reliable network operation by leading people and processes in line with Transmission licence standards across the North of Scotland.
• Make informed decisions on network changes during commissioning and outage planning, balancing technical needs with long-term outcomes.
• Collaborate with NESO and industry partners to resolve challenges, support outage plans, and enable timely, secure project delivery.
• Build and nurture a skilled, inclusive team, designing processes that meet regulatory obligations and prepare us for future growth.
• Represent SSEN Transmission internally and externally, offering expert guidance and leading responses to major system events and stakeholder engagements.

You have

• A demonstrable understanding and experience of the regulated energy sector or similar regulated industries and experience at a senior and expert level of a nationally critical operational business environment.
• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience, ideally with Chartered status or operating at that level.
• Deep expertise in power systems engineering, operational safety, and regulatory frameworks.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence policy and build trusted relationships across internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and leadership skills, with the ability to guide teams through complex challenges and support them under pressure.

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 owns and operates 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 Andy on [e-mail] / 01738 275370 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.