Telecoms Design Engineer

SSE; Inverness; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Telecoms Design Engineer to join the Networks team. You will develop and manage control systems within the Telecoms network, taking part in the full lifecycle of projects. The ideal candidate has a degree in Telecommunications Engineering, strong technical skills in SDH, PDH, and fibre systems, and exceptional communication abilities. This full-time role offers a flexible working pattern with a competitive salary plus benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym memberships

Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets

Maternity and adoption pay

Paternity leave

Qualifications

• Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge in fibre systems and related product sets.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop project requirements into deployable solutions.
• Take responsibility for design and operational support.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for technical support.

Skills

Knowledge of Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH)

Knowledge of Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH)

IP networks Layer 2 & 3

Microwave Radio

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Education

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering or relevant discipline

Job description

Overview

Base Location: Flexible Scotland. We require your base location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness. Salary: £42,600–£64,000 + car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. Working Pattern: Fixed Term Contract | Full Time | Flexible First options available.

The role

We have an excellent opportunity for a Telecoms Design Engineer to join our high-performing Networks team and assist in reaching our Net Zero goal. In this role you will report to the Telecoms Design Manager and work closely with stakeholders to develop, manage and support our control systems within our SSEN Transmission Telecoms network.

Responsibilities

• Develop project requirements into solutions which can be deployed within our Transmission network.
• Take responsibility for design, commissioning and operational support, allowing you a unique opportunity to view the full project life cycle.
• Perform as a Subject Matter Expert within your technology field, contactable for technical support, guidance and implementation, while becoming a trusted advisor to internal colleagues.
• Work with internal stakeholders, such as other business units, engineering departments, project managers and designers to determine project scope and detailed requirements.

Qualifications

• A degree in Telecommunications Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline, although equivalent level experience will be considered.
• Knowledge of Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH), Plesiochronous Digital Hierarchy (PDH), IP networks Layer 2 & 3, Microwave Radio & PMR/DMR UHF.
• Knowledge of fibre systems including fibre characteristics, electrical utility fibre, ground deploy and 3rd party, including Openreach OSA & EAD product sets.
• Excellent communication skills allowing you to communicate at all levels on a range of technical subjects. This includes the ability to form structured and reasoned justification in your guidance and support to others, along with the ability to write clear and well-structured technical documentation.
• The ability to prioritise your workload in an organised and methodical manner in order to meet targets and deadlines.

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. 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. 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 Andrew 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.