Distribution Electrical Engineering Graduate Programme
SSE plc Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
Locations: Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading and Portsmouth
Base Salary: £34,000 + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Degree Disciplines: Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Maths, Physics
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time starting Autumn 2026
What is the Role?
We have ambitious net zero targets, and our business is growing to help us achieve our strategy. We're looking for graduates who can bring fresh ideas, new skills and creative thinking, to deliver innovative solutions to help us reach net zero. Electrical engineering graduates joining SSEN Distribution will be at the forefront of building a better world of energy for future generations.
Our programme provides real hands‑on experience. You will follow a specialist pathway, working with specialists in the Distribution System Operation (DSO) directorate to gain a depth of knowledge and exposure to equip you for a one of the below substantive posts at the end of your programme.
DSO Forecasting Engineer/Analyst – Modelling and Reporting
Are you a numerate graduate, interested in working with a team tackling climate change? We are looking for the talent of tomorrow to boost our capability in forecasting the future energy usage on the power system that supplies homes and businesses at street level and enables generation to be connected as close to source demand as possible.
Our modelling and reporting team are looking for a specialist in forecasting using probabilistic approaches in order that we can make the right investments, in the right place, at the right time to enable efficient decarbonisation and economic growth. Ideally an Electrical Engineer / Physicist / Mathematician who is very comfortable with statistical quantification techniques and may have a further qualification in that area.
What do I need to join?
* Minimum 2:2 in the desired degree disciplines listed above.
* Alignment with our core values and a genuine passion and interest in the energy sector.
* Flexible and adaptable to the fast‑paced evolution of the business.
* Agile thinking and ability to set stretching individual targets and use initiative to overcome challenges.
About Our Business
SSEN Distribution powers 3.8 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 3,500 people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital to achieving net‑zero. By enabling a smarter, more resilient electricity network we're ensuring our local communities continue to receive the power they need, both now and in the future. We are consistently investing and innovating to improve network resilience and future‑proof power supplies for life's changing demands, from rolling out large scale EV charging schemes to supporting small community generation projects.
What's in it for you?
Excellent package: 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more. View our full benefits package on our careers site.
Equality and Inclusion
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ‘Inclusion & Diversity at SSE’ to find out more.
Next Steps
All applications should be submitted online.
If you would like to discuss any working‑differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact graduates@sse.com. If you would prefer a call to discuss adjustments let us know by email and we will arrange a call with you at a time that suits you.
Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre‑employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.
Please note, due to immigration rule changes in July 2025 to the Skilled Worker route, this role falls below the minimum "New Entrant" salary threshold and therefore does not meet the requirements to allow for sponsorship.
Any successful candidate must be able to evidence a valid right to work prior to commencement of employment.
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