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Base Location: Aberdeen.
Salary: £49,004 – £72,592 + overtime + standby + car/car allowance and a range of other benefits.
Working Pattern: Permanent, Full Time, Flexible working options available.
The Role
As a Protection Field Engineer at SSEN Transmission, you'll be instrumental in achieving Net Zero. This hands‑on role is key to expanding and updating our network, directly ensuring the exceptional reliability and resilience of our transmission system for all users.
Key Responsibilities
* Ensure the transmission network operates to the highest reliability standards through technical management of connected protection and control systems.
* Help deliver the multi-million-pound capital delivery programme on our transmission network, including the commissioning of new protection assets.
* Support all aspects of field protection work, including commissioning, maintenance, outage management, contractor liaison and budget management.
* Work away from base location as required by the diverse nature of our plant and equipment (including remote locations).
* Participate in a paid out-of-hours standby rota due to the 24/7/365 nature of operating a high voltage transmission network.
Qualifications & Experience
* Qualification in a relevant electrical engineering subject (minimum HNC level desirable).
* Existing Senior Authorised Person (SAP) or High Voltage Switching authorisations at transmission voltages up to 400 kV, highly advantageous.
* Previous experience and technical knowledge of power systems protection, including installation and commissioning of high voltage plant and apparatus up to 400 kV.
* Strong understanding of reading and interpreting protection single‑line, schematic and block diagrams.
* Experience of carrying out testing and fault‑finding on secondary wiring and auxiliary equipment, and applying logic and settings files on protection intelligent electronic devices.
Full UK driving licence is required as this role will require travelling to various locations.
Applications will also be considered from electrical engineers from other sectors with less specific protection experience; a starting salary commensurate with experience levels will be offered. Training and development will be provided to ensure continuous progress.
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. SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across northern Scotland, ensuring safe and reliable supply as we upgrade the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy and build a network for net zero.
Flexible Benefits
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits including 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. Includes generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us are positive. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We especially welcome applications from those under‑represented in our workforce or industry.
How to Apply
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. If offered a role you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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