Substation Project Engineer

SSE plc; Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Join SSE plc as a Substation Project Engineer and be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering high voltage electrical substation projects. Contribute to the UK's renewable energy targets by developing innovative solutions that enhance the energy grid system across Scotland. You will utilize your expertise in electrical engineering and project management to ensure successful project delivery while benefiting from a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP

24/7 counselling service

Interest-free loans on tech and transport

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of substation design, commissioning, and project governance.
• Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Familiarity with key legislation affecting substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Create scope, site plans, and layouts for high voltage projects.
• Review contractor designs and ensure safety compliance.
• Support site teams and evaluate specialist service tenders.

Skills

Technical knowledge of substation design

Project governance understanding

Effective communication

Organisational skills

Solutions-focused mindset

Education

Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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

Salary: c£60,000 DOE + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

The role

SSEN Transmission have an exciting opportunity for a Substation Project Engineer to join our multi-disciplined Project Engineering team to help develop and deliver innovative solutions to high voltage electrical substation projects, helping to unlock the renewable generation potential in the North of Scotland and contributing towards the UK's Net-Zero targets.

You will

- Create outline scope, site location plans, primary plant layouts and Single Line Diagrams for new build and asset replacement type projects, operating up to 400kV.

- Review contractor/consultants detailed designs and witness Factory Acceptance Testing.

- Implement safety by design principles to ensure that engineering and safety risks are adequately controlled.

- Support site and operational teams to ensure the quality of installations, with minimal risk to Network security.

- Evaluate tenders and procure and manage specialist services from consultants.

You have

- Strong technical knowledge of substation design, construction, and commissioning within the Transmission sector, with understanding of project governance and engineering processes.

- Familiaritywith key legislation affecting substation projects, includingConstruction Design Management (CDM) & Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulation (ESQCR), and their impact on safety and compliance.

-A proactive and solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to address critical issues and drive resolution within project teams.

- Effective communication and strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities across multiple workstreams.

- A degree or HND in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience); ideallyworking towards professional accreditation (e.g. IET).

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 Transmissionown 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 shirley-anne.o'[e-mail] / 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.

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