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Base Location: The role requires successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Inverness.
Salary: Up to £75,000 + car/car allowance + performance‑related bonus + a range of benefits.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time (Part Time options available) | Flexible – First options available.
About the role
SSEN Transmission has a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Foundation Engineer specialising in design, development and construction of Overhead line foundations. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting high profile and technically complex Capital Development projects.
Responsibilities
* Support projects where technically complex foundation and geotechnical issues occur, using your specialist technical expertise and knowledge to help resolve them.
* Develop OHL and Civil Engineers’ skills with respect to ground investigation, geotechnical design and structural design of OHL foundations.
* Develop and improve engineering processes associated with the selection of foundation types and the review of foundations. Engage and work with our Network Engineering team to develop and improve internal SSEN standards associated with OHL foundation design.
* Promote best practices with OHL foundation design and installation through suggested improvements in specifications, technology options and management of engineering risks.
* Proactively identify, develop, champion and technically lead innovation projects in the OHL foundation area, including helping to convert innovation developments into business as usual.
Qualifications
* Demonstrable experience working with geotechnical and structural design of spread foundations and piled foundations, and be comfortable technically assessing issues and evaluating a range of technical solutions.
* Effective communication skills; you should be able to communicate often complex technical issues clearly and concisely to facilitate decision making by senior management.
* Be confident working alongside key stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally, with an appetite for building strong, lasting relationships.
* Ideally a Degree qualified in Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and ideally be a Chartered Engineer in a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.
While experience in the Transmission Industry and with Overhead Lines is preferred, it is not essential, and training will be provided.
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, delivering a safe and reliable supply and upgrading the grid to create net‑zero power for generations.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Shirley-Anne O'connor@sse.com or 01738 351976 to discuss how we can support you. We are committed to fostering an open and inclusive workplace, welcoming applications from those under‑represented in our workforce and 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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