Technical Standards Engineer

J.P. MORGAN; Inverness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland is seeking a Technical Standards Engineer to ensure the safety and compliance of its electricity transmission network. You will develop and maintain technical standards while supporting various stakeholders and manage specifications to enhance operational effectiveness. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical authoring skills and be adept at managing multiple documents and stakeholders concurrently. This role offers a competitive salary and flexible working options.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Experience with document control and drafting requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects.
• Strong understanding of workflow approvals processes.

Responsibilities

• Support the Network Engineering team with technical authoring.
• Manage specifications repository and process improvements.
• Coordinate governance and steering group meetings.

Skills

Technical Author accomplishments

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Effective communication

Job description

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

SSEN Transmission are looking for a Technical Standards Engineer to join our Network Engineering team. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the safety, reliability, and compliance of our electricity transmission network by developing, maintaining, and implementing crucial technical standards.

You will

- Support the wider Network Engineering team with technical authoring and technical communications expertise, handling the review, updating, checking, correction and creation of specifications and other technical documents for SSEN Transmission.

- Assist with management of specifications repository, changes, process improvements, innovations, and work with the team to help collectively achieve overall objectives and business plan.

- Co-ordinate, manage and minute all Network Engineering or Chief Network Engineer led governance groups, steering groups and working groups as required.

- Liaise with stakeholders to develop Terms of Reference and agendas to these meetings and follow up on actions through to completion.

- Ensure associated workflow, information systems and trackers are updated providing evidence of compliance and ensuring excellent maintenance and quality of management information.

You have

- Technical Author accomplishments with good understanding of document control and drafting requirements.

- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.

- Highly motivated with the ability to problem solve, plan, programme and manage multiple document reviews and processes simultaneously and be able to implement engineering strategy.

- A strong understanding of workflow approvals processes and creation. Maintenance of Management Information and dashboard reporting is also important for this role.

- The ability to communicate effectively and to prepare clear and concise reports, including conclusions and clear recommendations.

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 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 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 Andy on [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.