At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering strategies for renewable energy projects and manage technical risks.
- Company: SSE is focused on developing and operating critical electricity infrastructure for a net zero future.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, including discounts on private healthcare and interest-free loans.
- Other info: Position based in various locations including Perth, Glasgow, and Dublin.
- Why this job: This high-profile leadership role influences project development and operational excellence.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer status with significant experience in grid and power systems required.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Reading, Havant, Dublin, Belfast whilst other SSER locations can be considered.
Salary: £Competitive depending on experience + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Circa 12 Month Fixed Term Contract/Secondment | Full Time | Flexible First options available.
The role involves leading a team of engineering specialists responsible for delivering technical excellence across a multi-billion-pound portfolio of renewable energy projects and operational assets. You will report to the Director of Technical and play a critical role in shaping engineering strategy, managing technical risk, and ensuring the successful delivery and operation of renewable energy infrastructure that supports the transition to a net zero future.
This is a high-profile leadership role with significant influence across project development, construction, asset management and executive decision-making.
- Lead the development and delivery of grid, electrical and mechanical engineering strategies across a large portfolio of renewable energy projects and operational assets.
- Provide technical leadership and governance to ensure engineering standards, compliance requirements and best practice are embedded throughout the asset lifecycle.
- Build and lead high-performing multidisciplinary engineering teams, ensuring the capability, capacity and succession plans are in place to support future growth.
- Work closely with senior internal and external stakeholders, including system operators, regulators, joint venture partners, supply chain partners and executive leadership teams, to resolve complex technical and commercial challenges.
- Drive innovation, value improvement and risk management initiatives that enhance project delivery, operational performance and long-term asset value.
You should have:
- Chartered Engineer status and significant experience in grid, power systems, electrical or mechanical engineering within large-scale energy, infrastructure or industrial sectors.
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex engineering programmes within a project and operational environment.
- Strong understanding of electricity networks, grid connection requirements and engineering governance across large asset portfolios.
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships at executive and industry level.
- Commercial awareness and strategic thinking, with the ability to balance technical, operational and business priorities to support organisational objectives.
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. SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
Flexible benefits to fit your life include 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.
We are an equal opportunity employer and will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com 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.
Head of Grid, Electrical & Mechanical Engineering in Portsmouth employer: SSE
SSE invests £33bn in electricity infrastructure by 2030, focusing on renewable energy. Located across multiple cities, they offer flexible benefits and a commitment to inclusivity, fostering a diverse workforce of 1,800 energy experts.
