Protection Automation Control Project Engineering Opportunities

SSE; Stonehouse; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking experienced and assistant project engineers in Protection, Automation, and Control. Join a dynamic engineering team contributing to the development of sustainable energy solutions. The role requires relevant qualifications and experience, as well as strong communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and flexible working patterns, with additional benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP services

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in transmission protection and control applications.
• Ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.
• Valid driving license for the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support across multiple projects.
• Configure protection and control equipment.
• Manage engineering risks and identify project opportunities.

Skills

Transmission protection and control application specification

Panel and scheme design

Calculation of protection settings

Strong communication skills

Understanding of UK electricity power system

Education

HND in Electrical Engineering

HNC in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Perth, Inverness, Aberdeen or Glasgow

Salary: up to circa £72,500 + 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

SSEN Transmission have exciting opportunities for varying Protection, Automation and Control Project Engineering roles. Join our multi-disciplined engineering team to help develop and deliver an expanding project portfolio to meet our Net Zero targets.

While the responsibilities are primarily aimed at experienced design engineers, we also welcome applications from those looking to progress their careers as Assistant Protection and Control Project Engineers. We may be able to offer a role suited to engineers with experience working within a client or contracting organisation in the UK electricity supply industry, who are keen to expand their skills into the Protection and Control specialism.

You Will

• Provide protection and control engineering support across multiple projects, by assessing and defining the technical scope requirements during development phases, before evaluating third-party detailed designs as the project moves into delivery, predominantly panel and scheme designs.
• Configure protection and control equipment according to the application and scheme requirement, including the calculation and preparation of protection settings. Ideally, candidates will be experienced in both scheme design and setting preparation; however, we also welcome applications from individuals with expertise in either area.
• Assess and adjudicate third-party contractor factory acceptance tests on protection and control equipment for new build and retrofit applications.
• Support multi-disciplinary project teams in identifying and managing engineering risks and identifying opportunities for the project to excel.
• Take responsibility for delivering required outputs to programme and participate in the development of our increasing digital design capabilities and scheme standardisation works.

You Have

• A minimum of HND level qualification in Electrical Engineering, or a minimum of HNC level qualification in Electrical and/or Electronic Engineering for an Assistant Engineer position.
• Demonstrable experience and skills in transmission protection and control application specification, panel and scheme design, as well as the skills to calculate protection settings for implementation. We would like our Assistant Engineers to understand the UK electricity power system, the components within, and ideally how these would be protected.
• The ability to demonstrate engineering diligence and the confidence to technically assess problems and critically assess a range of solutions.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly and concisely to support informed decision-making by project and technical leaders.
• There will be a need for travel and a valid driving license for the UK is essential.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We\'re transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

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 Shirley on 01738 351976 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.