At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engineering teams on large-scale offshore projects for a sustainable future.
- Company: Join a leading energy company committed to Net Zero and innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working, competitive salary, health perks, and family support.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the energy transition while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering with experience in substation design and delivery.
The predicted salary is between 66100 - 99100 £ per year.
Base Location: Successful applicants must be based in one of our Scottish locations – Aberdeen, Inverness, Perth or Glasgow. You will be expected to spend 50% of your working week in the office.
Salary: £66,100 - £99,100 + car/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.
Role: As part of SSEN Transmission’s Offshore portfolio of works, we have an opportunity for an Engineering Manager to join our Offshore HVAC Project Engineering team. In this role, you will support the successful delivery of our Island and Offshore projects and contribute to building a resilient network for Net Zero. Our Island and Offshore projects facilitate connections to HVDC systems and include state‑of‑the‑art AC grid control and stabilisation technology. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders to help deliver complex, large‑scale infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of engineering scope (Large Capital Projects Gate 0 to Gate 5) for assigned project/packages (typical value £100 M – £1 000 M), ensuring engineering risks are identified early and appropriately managed.
- Collaborate with contractors and project stakeholders to coordinate substation development, standardisation and innovation activities, including organising design reviews and technical sessions (e.g. HAZID/HAZOP/HAZCON and Design Authority Reviews).
- Lead and support a team of substation engineers, coordinating engineering activities throughout the project development phase.
- Work alongside the wider technical and project teams to ensure alignment with regional strategy and standardised design, acting as a key contact for technical queries and supporting engagement with Technical Authorities where required.
- Promote a strong safety culture across the project portfolio, including Safety in Design, CDM compliance and Principal Designer (PD) practices, in partnership with the Project Manager.
- Support the development of Design Management Plans, Engineering Works Information and design review schedules, helping to ensure effective and high‑quality technical delivery.
Qualifications:
- A degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (ideally Electrical and/or CEng), or equivalent experience, with a background in substation design and delivery.
- Technical knowledge of the Transmission network, including an understanding of key systems, supporting functions and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. CDM, ESQCR) and its application within Transmission network projects and asset management.
- Experience building strong relationships with consultants and industry partners, and the ability to communicate complex technical information in a clear and collaborative way to support decision making.
Benefits: Flexible benefits to fit your life: 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, and a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. Generous family entitlements including maternity, adoption and paternity leave.
Equal Opportunity: SSE is an equal opportunity employer. We will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. We are dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive.
Substation Engineering Manager employer: SSE
At SSEN Transmission, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of Scotland's vibrant cities such as Aberdeen, Inverness, Perth, and Glasgow. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our flexible working patterns, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within the renewable energy sector, all while contributing to the vital goal of achieving Net Zero. Join us to be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, safety, and inclusivity, ensuring that every voice is heard and every contribution is valued.
