Assistant HVDC Engineer

Assistant HVDC Engineer

• 549553

• Closing at: Jul 7 2024 at 23:55 BST

Assistant HVDC Project Engineer

About the Role

Base Location: Inverness / Glasgow / Aberdeen / Perth

Salary: £40,600 - £61,000+ car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

As part of SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we have a number of project engineering opportunities coming up to support this incredibly exciting time for the business.

This role would sit in within the HVDC Engineering Team, and although direct HVDC experience would be desirable it is not necessary. We encourage candidates with a project engineering background, ideally with an electrical engineering background in either construction, consultancy, or client organisations within the Energy Industry to apply. We will consider candidates from other industries, with good transferable skills and willingness to learn.

The key duties and responsibilities of this role will be:

- You will assist in defining the basis of project design and scope. You will be involved in the full project life cycle, from project definition, preparing and evaluating tenders, conceptual and front end design development, detail design reviews HAZID/HAZCON/HAZOP sessions through into supporting construction, installation supervision and commissioning.

- You will assist with reviewing contractor designs ensuring they comply with specifications. Apply basic knowledge of commonly used electrical concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the Transmission & HVDC industry.

- You will support site works with regular site visits during construction, installation and commissioning phases of a live HVDC project.

- You'll promote and manage safety within your assigned projects through the implementation of CDM procedures and practices, ensuring the project engineering is compliant with company, HSE and industry regulations.

- You will support the engineering delivery on your assigned projects, of a typical capital value of £50m - £1000m. Working closely with Engineers, Engineering Managers, Lead Project Managers and Project Managers you'll ensure that Engineering and Quality risks are identified and mitigated with projects being successfully delivered.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

- A Bachelor’s / Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering, or relevant previous industry experience

- Basic knowledge in standard electrical engineering techniques, principles and procedures.

- An appreciation of multi-discipline projects, and design interface management would be desirable.

- Self-Starter attitude, who enjoys problem solving and have an ability to communicate complex technical issues in a clear and concise manner to facilitate decision making by senior management.

- Demonstrate due diligence and ability to determine critical technical issues and prioritise, where necessary, over less critical issues.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave entitlement. Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.
As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

What happens now?

All applications should be made online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Stephanie at or .

EXTERNAL: Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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