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Location and Compensation
Base Location: Successful applicants must be based in one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, or Aberdeen.
Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 plus car/car allowance, performance-related bonus, and benefits supporting your finances, wellbeing, and family.
Work Pattern
Permanent, full-time with flexible options available.
Role Overview
As part of SSEN Transmissions Offshore Portfolio, we seek a Substation Project Engineer for our Offshore AC Project Engineering team. This role supports our Island projects connecting to HVDC systems, featuring advanced AC plant, grid control, and stabilization technology.
Responsibilities
1. Create scope, site plans, substation layout, and single line diagrams for new build and asset replacement projects up to 400kV.
2. Review detailed designs by contractors/consultants and witness Factory Acceptance Tests.
3. Apply safety by design principles to manage engineering and safety risks.
4. Support site and operational teams to ensure installation quality and network security.
5. Evaluate tenders, procure, and manage specialist services.
Candidate Requirements
1. Experience in transmission-level substations, including design review, testing, installation, and commissioning up to 400kV, AIS and GIS.
2. Understanding of transmission legislation and network management regulations.
3. Strong problem-solving skills and character to address critical project issues.
4. Excellent communication, diligence, and task prioritization skills.
5. Degree or HND in Electrical Engineering, with Chartered status or working towards it preferred.
About SSE
SSE aims to be a leading energy company in a net-zero world, investing heavily in sustainable energy and grid modernization to ensure a reliable, greener energy supply.
Benefits
Includes private healthcare discounts, gym memberships, wellbeing services, interest-free loans, and family entitlements such as maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
Inclusive Workplace
SSE is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable adjustments and welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Contact Stephanie at stephanie.murphy@sse.com or 01738 342963 for assistance.
Application Process
Apply online via the 'Apply Now' button. Successful candidates will undergo criminality and credit checks.
Additional Information
* Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment Type: Full-time
* Job Functions: Strategy/Planning, Science, Engineering
* Industries: Utilities, Oil & Gas, Renewable Energy, Semiconductor Manufacturing
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