Senior EHV Cable Engineer – SSEN Transmission
Base Location:
For this role, successful applicants must be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen.
Salary:
£58,100 - £87,100 + car / car allowance + performance‑related bonus + 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 Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we are looking for a Senior Cable Engineer to join our Offshore Project Engineering team to help drive forward our projects and to bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to help us grow our teams to successfully deliver a network for Net Zero.
Our Pathway to 2030 projects incorporate HVDC and HVAC cable systems in both marine and terrestrial environments. The Senior Cable Engineer is a key person in driving technical excellence, quality of installation, best practice, and resolution of design risks / technical issues. You'll play a key part in delivering Net Zero.
You will
* Support FEED activities including options assessment, cable route and landfall development, and risk assessment, working collaboratively with environmental, consenting, geotechnical, civil, and offshore installation teams.
* Drive safety‑in‑design as part of Designer and Principal Designer duties, managing geotechnical risks and reducing technical, quality, health, and safety risks through identification, assessment, mitigation, communication, and record keeping.
* Define cable system requirements for ECCs and contribute to tender reviews as a core member of the technical team.
* Review and approve Contractor designs and deliverables for compliance with Employer’s requirements and legislation, while overseeing installation and commissioning works.
* Mentor junior engineers, providing guidance and support throughout their traineeships.
You have
* A BEng/BSc (or higher) in a relevant engineering discipline.
* Proven technical expertise from key roles in HVDC or HVAC transmission cable project development and delivery.
* Demonstrable experience with ECC contracts and CDM regulations, particularly as Supervisor and Principal Designer.
* Strong knowledge of industry standards, specifications, and best‑practice recommendations.
* Effective communication, time‑management skills, and the ability to mentor junior engineers to build technical excellence across the team and business.
Benefits & Work Environment
Flexible Benefits To Fit Your Life – discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships; wellbeing benefits such as a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service; interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets; cycle-to-work scheme; generous family entitlements including maternity, adoption and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity Employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to support your application and experience. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. If you require support, please contact Stephanie at stephanie.murphy@sse.com or 01738 342963.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We will 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 will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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