Protection & Control Engineer
SSEN Transmission is looking for a Protection & Control Engineer to join our Offshore AC Project Engineering team, supporting our Island projects that connect to HVDC systems and deliver a network for Net Zero.
Base Location
Successfully based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen.
Salary & Benefits
£50,100 - £75,100 + car allowance, performance‑related bonus and a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern
Permanent, full‑time, flexible first options available.
Role Overview
As part of SSEN Transmissions Offshore Portfolio of works, we have an opportunity for a Protection & Control Engineer to join our newly formed Offshore AC Project Engineering team to help drive forward our Island projects and successfully deliver a network for Net Zero. Our Island projects facilitate the connection to our HVDC systems and include state‑of‑the‑art AC plant, grid control and stabilisation technology in challenging environmental conditions.
You will
* Assess and define the technical scope of protection and control requirements for new‑build substations and modifications to existing.
* Prepare outline scheme designs, key line diagrams, protection setting calculations and setting files for relays, and support the implementation of IEC61850 solutions.
* Review third‑party contractor/consultant detailed designs and witness FAT, as well as provide support for field teams to ensure quality of installations.
* Evaluate tenders and procure/manage specialist services from consultants.
* Support multi‑disciplinary project teams in identifying and managing engineering risks and identifying opportunities for the project to excel.
Qualifications
* A minimum of HND level qualification in Electrical Engineering.
* Demonstrable technical skills in Transmission protection and control specification and scheme design, as well as the skills to calculate protection settings for implementation.
* Confidence to technically assess engineering problems and critically assess a range of technical solutions.
* Good communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate diligence and prioritise tasks, as well as a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, including CDM and ESQCR, and the implications of this for Transmission network management.
* A Chartered Engineering qualification or work towards this. SSEN Transmission fully recognises, encourages and supports our engineers in this and their continued professional development.
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 owns and operates 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 are 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; a Cycle to Work scheme; generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Stephanie at stephanie.murphy@sse.com or 01738 342963 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. Applications are accepted only online. We will be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we will be taking your application further. If offered a role with SSE, you will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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