Assistant Engineering Manager (HVDC Cable Systems)

Assistant Engineering Manager (HVDC Cable Systems)

About the Role

Base Location: 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 (Perth / Inverness / Aberdeen / Glasgow)

Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + company car / cash 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

Many of the Pathway to 2030 projects are new HVDC projects which incorporate HVDC cables in both marine and terrestrial environments with interface at landfall locations. This role sits within the HVDC Cable Engineering Team. Experience in HVDC or HVAC cables in marine and terrestrial environments is advantageous; however, other similar experience will be considered.

We encourage candidates with a strong multi-discipline engineering and project management experience in client, contractor or consultancy organisations within the construction industry to apply.

The role has the following key responsibilities:

- Drive delivery of cable engineering management work scope, in line with SSEs governance process (typical value over £1 billion).

- Lead, including line management, and coordinate project engineers (of varying discipline/seniority) and key engineering outputs (e.g. Works Information, Design Management Plan, Design Assurance Review, plus business-as-usual reporting).

- Reduce risk (technical, quality, health, and safety) to the point of elimination or as low as is reasonably practicable. This includes risk identification, assessment, mitigation, communication, and record keeping.

- As a key member of Designer and Principal Designer teams, promote the safety-in-design ethos and discharge these CDM duties on behalf of SSE.

- Support and collaborate with project delivery management ensuring technical requirements, risks and issues are clearly defined, communicated, and understood.

What do I need?

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

- BEng/CEng qualification in appropriate engineering discipline

- Experience in a senior/lead role, overseeing a multi-discipline team and construction project, throughout full project lifecycle. Experience in HVDC or HVAC cables in marine and terrestrial environments is advantageous

- Strong literary and interpersonal communication skills, particularly when explaining complex technical issues and recommendations to senior management in clear and concise fashion

- Competent knowledge and understanding of electricity networks and the legal/regulatory constraints within which SSEN Transmission operates (e.g. ESQCR, CDM)

- Experience and proficient understanding of ECC and FIDIC contracts.

About our Business

At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at or 01738 342963.

EXTERNAL: 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.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.

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