Power Modeller / Senior Power Modeller (Energy Markets)

Base Location:

You will be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Glasgow, Perth, Edinburgh, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary:

Power Modeller: € 57,600 - €86,400 (ROI) / £44,000 - £65,900 (UK) | Senior Power Modeller: €65,300 - €97,900 (ROI) /£51,600 - £77,400 (UK) + 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

At SSE, safety is at the heart of everything we do, creating an environment where people feel supported, respected and empowered to do their best work.

You will be joining Power Modelling, part of the Energy Economics (EE) team, which provides an internal economics advisory service to the SSE Group. Power Modelling develops the models that enable the analysis and long-term forecasting underpinning major strategic and investment decisions across SSE.

Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise or bring established technical leadership experience, this is an exciting opportunity to develop innovative modelling capabilities, explore emerging technologies and market developments, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to deliver meaningful insight that supports the transition to a net zero energy future.

You will

• Develop, enhance and maintain long-term power market and power system models that provide robust insights into future power system dynamics, market prices, and asset revenues.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Energy Economics and the wider business to drive advancements in the technical modelling that underpins our investment appraisals, asset valuations and strategic decision-making.
• Research and deliver new modelling capability suited for evolving systems, market trends and emerging technologies, ensuring Energy Economics’ modelling approaches remain relevant, accurate and forward-looking.
• Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders, clearly communicating complex modelling in an accessible and engaging way.
• Contribute to a positive, inclusive and safety-focused team culture, sharing knowledge and supporting the development of colleagues where appropriate.

You have

• Experience using PLEXOS or similar power market/system modelling software, with the ability to understand model drivers, investigate outcomes and apply sound analytical judgement.
• Knowledge of wholesale electricity markets and power systems, or transferable experience from a related sector combined with a genuine interest in energy market modelling.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to understand the impact and implications for the business inherent in modelling changes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and confidently to a variety of audiences.
• Experience in areas such as Python, Databricks, data science, or power system analysis (network modelling/ transmission planning) would be advantageous.

About SSE

SSE’s purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

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 Janet.Gossman@sse.com / 01738 351816 to discuss how we can support you.

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.