Real Time Systems Field Engineer

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Reading; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as a Real Time Systems Field Engineer, responsible for maintaining SCADA and Teleprotection equipment. This role offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and numerous benefits to support your wellbeing. Ideal candidates will have a background in telecommunications or engineering and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships

Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP

Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Good understanding of RTUs including Schneider, ABB, and ZIF.
• Proven experience in deploying IP-connected devices.
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day maintenance and fault rectification of RTS equipment.
• Support installation and commissioning of SCADA systems.
• Participate in emergency standby support rota.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Apprenticeship or equivalent training in telecommunications, IT, electrical, or electronic engineering

Tools

Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)

IP-connected devices

Teleprotection systems

Job description

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Base Location: Thatcham, Reading, Slough or Oxford

Salary: £52,285 - £60,730 depending on skills and experience + car/cash allowance and a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

We are looking for a Real Time Systems Field Engineer to join our team!

As a Real Time Systems Field, Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and fault rectification of SCADA & Teleprotection equipment deployed at SSEN substations, hilltop radio sites and communication rooms.

You Will

• Day to day maintenance and fault rectification of RTS equipment,
• Local & Wide Area Networks.
• Support installation, setup, and commissioning of SCADA systems.
• Support the Operational Technology & RTS Design & Delivery teams with the supervision and installation of new projects and technology.
• Participation in an emergency standby support rota will also be required.
  
  

You Have

• A good understanding of one or more of the following systems: Remote Terminal Units (RTUs), including Schneider, ABB, and ZIF.
• Proven experience in deploying IP-connected devices, including UHF scanning radio, TSAT satellite communications, fibre optic and copper cable networks, teleprotection systems, automation schemes, and LV DC wiring systems.
• Ideally, you will have completed an apprenticeship or equivalent training in telecommunications, IT, electrical, or electronic engineering.
• Excellent communication skills, with a proactive and pragmatic approach to problem-solving.
• Open to innovation, collaborative by nature, and capable of managing your own workload while also working effectively both independently and as part of a team.
  
  

The role will be field based, and will require regular travel to substations, sites, supplier locations and other SSE offices, a full current driving license 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 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 344051 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.

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• Seniority level

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