SCADA Design Engineer

Base Location: Flexible Scotland – we need your home base at one of our SSEN offices or depots around Dundee, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary: £61,620 – £72,592 depending on experience + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible – first options available.

The role

The Technical Services Team is responsible for the full design and delivery of SCADA field systems and Operational Technology Communications which SSEN use to operate primary and secondary assets across the Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution (SHEPD) licensed area.

You will

• Design SCADA field systems and Operational Technology Networks that monitor and control SSEN\’s primary and secondary assets.
• Check and approve design deliverables according to Design Assurance requirements to ensure the most appropriate and cost‑effective design solutions are selected to meet business and customer requirements.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) technical support to the broader business and key stakeholders during the design, installation and operation of all field systems.
• Develop and maintain relationships with Framework Contractors to ensure SSEN standards are implemented throughout project lifecycles.

You have

• A minimum of an HNC qualification in an electrical or telecommunications‑based discipline; alternatively, suitable experience in a similar role would be considered.
• Experience in technical design and delivery of substation SCADA and/or communications systems.
• Working knowledge of communication protocols and operational communication methods such as DNP3/61850/TCP/UDP.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience of working with CAD systems would be beneficial.

This role involves travel across various locations to support business needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work‑related travel.

A valid driving licence is essential.

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 £33 bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low‑carbon future.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits such as 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. Generous family entitlements include maternity, 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. We 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 will 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.