Telecoms Lead Design Engineer

About the role

Base Location: Flexible Scotland | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN Transmission offices or depots around Scotland.

Salary: £Competitive + car / car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

SSEN Transmission Technical Services have a requirement for a Telecoms Lead Design Engineer to support the development and delivery of complex technical network construction and upgrade projects. Telecoms solutions are critical to the safe and successful operation of the electricity system and it is therefore imperative that those solutions are designed against robust technical standards, specifications and are aligned with overall telecoms strategy for the business. Reporting to the Telecoms Services Manager, the role of the team is to ensure this happens, of which the Lead Telecoms Design Engineer will be a key figure.

- Write, review and approve technical designs required for telecommunication services between substations and other mission critical SSEN Transmission sites.

- As a Technical Authority and working in conjunction with other specialists within the Transmission business, ensure that all Telecommunications equipment types are validated prior to approval for use on the network.

- Assist the overall Authority to verify that projects are provided with proposals for communication infrastructure that are fit for purpose to ensure the network is adequately managed in accordance with legislation, Grid Code and specifications.

- Represent SSEN Transmission at industry body events, standardisation working groups and subject matter conferences to identify technology or opportunities for innovation.

- Provide technical consultancy services across the SSEN Transmission business, encouraging the development of staff and have a willingness to share your specialist expert knowledge.

What do I need?

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

- A degree in Telecommunications Engineering or other relevant engineering discipline, although equivalent level experience will be considered.

- Demonstrable experience in design, testing and specification of telecommunication equipment including fibre and radio based technologies and equipment. Knowledge of fibre installation, MPLS and SDH/PDH is crucial. Be comfortable to technically assess issues and critically assess a range of proposed technical solutions.

- Knowledge and understanding of a range of telecommunication related International Standards. Knowledge of network timing dissemination and associated clock sources would be an asset.

- Excellent communication skills allowing you to communicate at all levels on a range of technical subjects. This includes the ability to form structured and reasoned justification in your guidance and support to others, along with the ability to write clear and well-structured technical documentation.

- The ability to prioritise your workload in an organised and methodical manner in order to meet targets and deadlines.

About our Business

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

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 Iona on 01738 344049.

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.