Engineering Manager (12 month contract)
* Job Number: 555328
* Closing at: Sep 24 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: Inverness, Aberdeen, Perth or Glasgow
Salary: £66,100 - £99,100+ car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: 12 month fixed term | Full Time | options available.
The role
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Engineering Manager to lead a team of multidiscipline engineers delivering innovative and value-adding engineering solutions across a diverse portfolio of projects. This includes Non-Load Non-Core (NLNC) projects, Developer connections, and Clean Power 2030 voltage support initiatives. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply and contribute directly to the delivery of a "Network for Net Zero".
The role is responsible for managing project engineering from initial development and design, through to delivery, commissioning and hand over to operations.
You will:
* Manage engineering risks as a core part of project decision-making, ensuring built assets meet the needs of Operational users and align with the overall Network strategy.
* Ensure appropriate engineering resources are in place to support a £500m+ portfolio of projects, including staffing, recruitment, and procurement of external consultants.
* Lead the development and performance of a talented engineering team, supporting individual growth and expanding the team through strategic recruitment.
* Champion sound engineering practices and drive innovation in design to meet technical requirements, deliver high-quality outcomes, and ensure value for money.
* Promote and oversee safety in design across the project portfolio, ensuring compliance with legislation and effective execution of CDM Principal Designer and Designer responsibilities.
You have:
* A qualification in a relevant engineering discipline, ideally Chartered Engineer status, with extensive experience in similar environments.
* Strong technical and commercial understanding of the Electrical Transmission sector or comparable industries.
* Proven experience in leading high-performing engineering teams and delivering complex projects successfully.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex technical concepts and influence stakeholders across a wide range of disciplines.
* A diligent and analytical approach, with strengths in prioritisation, technical problem-solving, solution assessment, and risk mitigation.
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.
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
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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