Protection Field Engineer

SSE plc; Perth; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Protection Field Engineer to enhance the reliability of their Transmission network. The role involves technical management of protection and control systems, with responsibilities including system commissioning and maintenance. Candidates with relevant electrical qualifications and an understanding of high voltage systems will be preferred. The position offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering qualification (minimum HNC level desirable).
• Existing SAP/High Voltage Switching authorisations or willingness to obtain.
• Experience with power systems protection up to 400kV.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the Transmission network operates to high reliability standards.
• Support field protection work including commissioning and maintenance.
• Deliver capital delivery programme on transmission network.

Skills

Technical management

Fault-finding

Interpretation of electrical diagrams

Testing

Education

HNC in electrical engineering

Tools

Protection Intelligent Electronic Devices

Job description

Base Location: Dundee, Perth, Sloy, Oban, Argyll & Bute

Salary: £49,004 - £72,592 + car / car allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances, and wellbeing.

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

The role

As a Protection Field Engineer at SSEN Transmission, you'll be instrumental in achieving Net Zero. This hands-on role is key to expanding and updating our network, directly ensuring the exceptional reliability and resilience of our transmission system for all users.

Trainee applications for this role would be considered for this position.

You will

• Ensure the Transmission network operates to the highest reliability standards through technical management of connected protection and control systems.
• Help deliver the multi-million-pound capital delivery programme on our transmission network, including the commissioning of new protection assets.
• Support all aspects of field protection work, including commissioning, maintenance, outage management, contractor liaison, and budget management.
• Occasionally work away from your base location due to the diverse and sometimes remote locations of our plant and equipment.
• Participate in a paid out-of-hours standby rota due to the 24/7/365 nature of operating a high voltage Transmission network.

You have

• A qualification in a relevant electrical engineering subject (a minimum HNC level is desirable).
• Existing Senior Authorised Person (SAP)/High Voltage Switching authorisations or willingness to work towards obtaining this. Transmission voltages up to 400kV would be advantageous or working towards this.
• Previous experience and technical knowledge of power systems protection, including installation and commissioning of high voltage plant and apparatus up to 400kV.
• Strong understanding of reading and interpreting protection single line, schematic, and block diagrams.
• Experience in testing and fault-finding on secondary wiring and auxiliary equipment, including application of logic and settings files on Protection Intelligent Electronic Devices.

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. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions.

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. We are also 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. Generous family entitlements include maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure your application and experience with us are positive. Please contact Andy at [e-mail] or call 01738 275370 to discuss how we can support you.

We are committed 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 contact you after the closing date to inform you if your application will be progressed. If offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before starting work.

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