Senior Cable Assurance Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Scotland; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading energy company as a Senior Cable Assurance Engineer based in Perth, where you will ensure the integrity of cable systems and enhance network reliability. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from £58,100 to £87,100, along with a flexible working pattern and a variety of benefits aimed at supporting your personal and professional wellbeing in a net-zero future.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Free online GP service

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant engineering discipline.
• Experience in testing transmission voltage HVAC / HVDC cables.
• Knowledge of Grid, British, and international standards.

Responsibilities

• Review manufacturer technical capability assessments for compliance.
• Conduct factory audits and independent testing.
• Support technical authority tasks and project advice.

Skills

Testing of HVAC / HVDC cables

Quality assessment

Knowledge of Grid and international standards

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or working towards it

Job description

Job Description

Base Location: Perth

Salary: £58,100 – £87,100 + 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 Senior Cable Assurance Engineer reports to the Technical Authority (TA) Manager and will work under the technical guidance of the Cables Principal Engineer / Technical Authority (TA). The role supports the overall network assurance strategy by ensuring equipment is suitably designed, manufactured, and tested prior to energization. It will also focus on enhancing network reliability; ensuring resilience of equipment supply and standardisation of design and construction assurance.

You will

- Review manufacturer technical capability assessments as part of technical tender evaluation and assess specification compliance by manufacturers as part of initial and detailed design review.

- Conduct factory audits in line with industry best practices; review cables and accessory testing schedules and programs in line with requirements laid out in the relevant specifications (e.g., PQ, type, routine, sample testing).

- Carry out factory inspections, independent witnessing of Factory Acceptance Testing (at manufacturer location), independent witnessing of Site Acceptance Testing. Preparation of reports to support the approval / acceptance of cables and accessory manufacturer's plants will also be required.

- Input into risk assessment and technical approval of deviation requests against clauses or documents referred to within relevant specifications.

- Support the Cables Principal Engineer with delegated Technical Authority (TA) tasks, including close out of deviation requests, project advice in relation to technical specifications, specification updates, and failure investigations.

You have

- A degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.

- Demonstrable experience in all aspects of testing of transmission voltage HVAC / HVDC cables, and their associated and international standards.

- A detailed knowledge and understanding of a range of Grid, British, and international standards relevant to transmission underground / subsea cables and cable accessories.

- The ability and experience to technically assess quality issues, problems and/or faults related to HVAC / HVDC cables.

- Experience in manufacturing of HVAC / HVDC cables would also be advantageous.

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 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 [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.