Project Engineering Manager

SSE; Inverness; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym discounts

Online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Family entitlements (maternity/adopt)

Job summary

SSE Renewables is seeking a Project Engineering Manager to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in offshore wind projects across the UK and Ireland, delivering safe, high-quality design and technical direction.

You will shape engineering strategy, drive delivery plans and resource strategies, and influence major project decisions while developing engineers and delivering assets that power a net-zero future.

Qualifications

• Experience leading engineering activities on offshore wind projects or large-scale infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of engineering design development, technical assurance and risk management.
• Ability to understand technical and commercial implications of engineering decisions.
• Proven experience guiding multidisciplinary teams within complex project environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver offshore wind projects safely and efficiently.
• Drive engineering design development to meet objectives and programme requirements.
• Provide engineering assurance and technical leadership for major project decisions.
• Collaborate with specialist teams to ensure adequate capability and resources.
• Develop delivery plans, schedules and resource strategies to hit milestones.

Skills

Leadership

Multidisciplinary teams

Offshore wind experience

Engineering design

Risk management

Job description

Base Location

You’ll be expected to spend at least 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin. Other SSE Renewables locations may be considered.

Salary

£68,100 - £102,100/€90,300 - €135,500 + car/car allowance-if applicable + 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

SSE Renewables is developing and delivering some of the largest offshore wind projects in the UK and Ireland, and we’re looking for a Project Engineering Manager to play a leading role in that journey.

This is a key leadership position where you’ll bring together multidisciplinary engineering teams, drive engineering strategy and provide the technical direction needed to deliver complex offshore wind projects successfully. You’ll have the opportunity to influence major project decisions, develop talented engineers and help shape assets that will generate clean energy for decades to come.

You will

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality offshore wind projects.
• Drive engineering design development, ensuring technical solutions support project objectives, programme requirements and long-term value.
• Provide engineering assurance and technical leadership to support key project, technology and investment decisions.
• Work closely with specialist engineering teams to ensure projects have the capability, resources and expertise needed to succeed.
• Develop engineering delivery plans, schedules and resource strategies that enable projects to meet critical milestones.

You have

• Experience leading engineering activities on offshore wind projects or other large-scale infrastructure, energy or construction developments.
• Strong technical understanding of engineering design development, technical assurance and risk management.
• The ability to understand both the technical and commercial implications of engineering decisions.
• Proven experience leading, influencing and developing multidisciplinary teams within complex project environments.
• A collaborative leadership style, with a passion for engineering excellence, continuous improvement and helping others succeed.

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.

SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. 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 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero 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] 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.