Lead Design Engineer
* Job Number: 557999
* Closing at: Apr 8 2026 - 23:55 BST
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations Inverness, Elgin, Aberdeen, Perth or Dundee.
Salary: £61,620 - £75,592 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available
The role
As a Lead Design Engineer you will lead a varied design portfolio, ensuring high‑quality, cost‑effective engineering solutions while driving team performance.
You will
* Oversee a varied project design portfolio, coordinating internal and external resources while ensuring all design outputs meet SSEN standards and are approved efficiently.
* Lead the development and delivery of cost‑effective engineering solutions, from feasibility assessments through detailed design packages to final design approval.
* Manage day‑to‑day operations of the design team, driving productivity, strengthening customer service, reducing costs, and enhancing contractor performance.
* Identify and deliver improvement initiatives, set performance targets, and manage KPIs across the wider Engineering Design team.
* Work collaboratively with contractor design partners to ensure design outputs are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with project requirements.
You have
* A degree in Electrical Design (preferred), or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) with substantial relevant experience.
* Proven experience in people management with strong leadership and team coordination skills.
* Solid engineering design expertise, with a strong understanding of design governance and CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations.
* Experience producing high‑quality work under tight deadlines and thrive in collaborative team environments.
* Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.
The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.
A valid driving licence is essential.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
, 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
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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