Senior Substation Engineer

Transmission Complaints Co; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to join their Offshore AC Project Engineering team. The successful candidate will review substation designs, promote best practices, and support project engineers, contributing to the connection of HVDC systems with innovative technology. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits in a flexible working environment.

Benefits

Discounts on healthcare and gym memberships

Wellbeing services

Interest-free loans

Family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience in transmission design/specification up to 400kV.
• Understanding of CDM & ESQCR legislation.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve substation designs from 33kV to 400kV.
• Lead decision-making processes and support Project Engineers.
• Advise on performance of external engineering consultants.

Skills

Transmission development

Technical communication

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Substation Engineer role at SSEN Transmission

Base Location: Successful applicants must be based in one of our Scottish locations: Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, or Aberdeen.

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 plus car/car allowance, performance-related bonus, and a range of benefits supporting your finances, wellbeing, and family.

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

The role

As part of SSEN Transmission's Offshore Portfolio, we have an opportunity for a Senior Substation Engineer to join our Offshore AC Project Engineering team. This role will support our Island projects, facilitating the connection to HVDC systems with state-of-the-art AC plant, grid control, and stabilization technology.

You will

• Review and approve primary substation designs from 33kV to 400kV, including Single Line Diagrams, Electrical layouts, and Scope of Work documentation.
• Promote best practices within substation design, suggesting improvements in specifications, technological innovations, and risk management.
• Lead decision-making processes and support other projects through peer reviews.
• Support and direct Project Engineers within their remit, providing technical expertise and supporting recruitment, training, and development.
• Advise on the performance of external engineering consultants and contractors involved in our projects.

You have

• Demonstrable experience in transmission development/design/specification, ideally up to 400kV, with the ability to assess technical issues and solutions.
• Strong understanding of relevant legislation, including CDM & ESQCR, and their implications for assets and projects.
• Effective communication skills for conveying complex technical information to senior management.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and build strong relationships.
• A degree in Electrical or relevant engineering discipline, with Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

About SSE

SSE aims to be a leading energy company in a net-zero world, transforming the grid for greener electricity and investing over £20 billion in energy infrastructure.

Benefits

Enjoy discounts on healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing services, interest-free loans, family entitlements, and more.

Inclusive workplace

SSE is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable adjustments and welcoming applications from underrepresented groups.

Application process

Apply online via the Apply Now button. Successful candidates will undergo criminality and credit checks prior to employment.