Design Engineering Manager
* Job Number: 554795
* Closing at: Jul 22 2025 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: Reading or other SSEN location which includes, Reading, Portsmouth, Swindon, West London, Slough, Havant and Oxford
Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
Do you want to have the opportunity to be part of a team leading the improvement of the growing development of the extra high voltage system in Scotland and England? The Design Engineering manager will lead a team of engineers, consents professionals and framework contractors to ensure all major projects such as connections, cable, overhead lines subsea are construction ready to enter construction
You will
- Be responsible for the Commercial assessment of projects including the evaluation in terms of value and risk, including periodic forecasting across the capital portfolio.
- Lead, manage and develop the engineering design, consents team and framework partners to ensure that a strong, competent and capable team are in place, engaged and motivated to deliver.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to include but not limited to development, engineering, statutory bodies, government bodies, industry groups, local communities/residents and support functions such as, finance, SHE, legal, commercial and procurement.
- Ensure strategy, Objectives and KPIs are in place to enable successful project portfolio design delivery.
- Ensure all works are carried out safely through the application of SSE safety family and five golden rules.
You have
- Experience leading a team of professionals and framework partners to deliver a portfolio of works successfully
- Project management expertise and understanding of major projects delivery e.g. project definition and set up, planning, cost, risk, quality and commercial management
- Ability to lead and motivate a team of highly skilled multi-disciplined individuals, setting clear goals and objectives and measuring performance against them
- Experience engaging successful with external and internal stakeholders including regulatory bodies
- Comfortable in negotiation with strong commercial focus & demonstrates understanding and experience of financial planning for capital projects
- Clear and proven leadership orientation on safety, quality and delivery.
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.
, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future.
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 / 01738 341514to 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.
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