Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations - Glasgow, Perth, Inverness or Aberdeen Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 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 The role As part of SSEN Transmissions Offshore Portfolio of works, we have an opportunity for a Substation Project Engineer to join our newly formed Offshore AC Project Engineering team to help drive forward our Island projects and successfully deliver a network for Net Zero. Our Island projects facilitate the connection to our HVDC systems and include state-of the-art AC plant, grid control and stabilisation technology. You will - Create outline scope, site location plans, primary plant/ substation layout and Single Line Diagrams for new build and asset replacement type projects, operating up to 400kV. - Review contractor/consultants detailed designs and witnessing Factory Acceptance Testing. - Implement safety by design principles to ensure that engineering and safety risks are adequately controlled. - Support site and operational teams to ensure the quality of installations, with minimal risk to Network security. - Evaluate tenders and procure and manage specialist services from consultants. You have - Experience in transmission level substation projects, document review, factory acceptance testing, installation and commissioning ideally up to 400kV including AIS and GIS, and be comfortable to technically assess issues and critically assess a range of technical solutions. - An understanding of the legislation and implications for the Transmission network management for both Assets and Projects, including Construction Design Management & Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations. - A problem solving attitude with the strength of character to ensure critical matters are addressed by the project teams. - Enthusiasm combined with excellent communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate diligence and prioritise tasks. - A degree or HND in Electrical Engineering or relevant technical experience and ideally be a Chartered Engineer or working towards professional accreditation with a relevant institution. About SSE SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come. 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 Stephanie on or 01738 342963. 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. LI-TRM LI-SM1 LI-Hybrid