Process Engineer

About our Business

SSE Thermal is on a mission to deliver the flexible energy needed today while powering the transition to net zero. Our 600+ employees play a crucial role in keeping the lights on across the UK and Ireland and we're rising to the low-carbon challenge with our teams at the cutting-edge of vital technologies. We're developing ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects and progressing plans for what could be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, as well as a major hydrogen storage facility and exploring other exciting options as we decarbonise. We've already achieved a lot - but we're just getting started. As part of SSE, which is investing £24bn this decade, we're at the forefront of the energy transition - so come join us as we continue to grow and power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow or Perth with a minimum expectation of 1-2 days per week in the office. This is primarily to enable use of modelling software.

Salary: £47,600 - £71,600 + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

In this role, you will be part of our Thermal Engineering and Asset Management team, performing essential functions and responsibilities to support our energy projects across the UK and Ireland. You will report to the Process Engineering Manager and Senior Process Engineer and will provide diverse engineering services in collaboration with Thermal Operations, Commercial, Development & Business Development. This opportunity is part of our mission to deliver flexible energy and spearhead the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Key responsibilities covering new projects & existing fleet, with core team responsibilities:

- Process analysis and performance optimisation across components and entire plants/systems.

- Modelling & simulation of thermal power, gas storage, carbon capture, hydrogen production and other systems.

- Fuels, combustion & emissions calculations; fluid flow and heat transfer analysis. Design and configuration/sizing options, value engineering.

- Early-stage concept designs including derivation of key input/output data for internal governance and planning applications.

- Concept stage, detailed design and execution phase technical authority role: responsible for process input/outputs, performance & capability guarantees, heat & mass balances, P&IDs, system functionality & component sizing.

What do I need?

- Degree qualified engineer, experienced in thermal power and/or gas storage process engineering. Candidates from different industries may be considered provided they have experience of energy systems with a deep understanding of conversion efficiencies and emissions.

- Have a proven track record in the use of process modelling and simulation tools.

- Be able to demonstrate strong technical skills and have a detailed understanding of technical/commercial interactions and experienced in interacting with diverse departments and teams.

- Highly motivated and committed with strong interpersonal skills, able to deliver high quality specialist technical work and communicate complexity in an understandable way.

- Able to work on a range of projects, from detailed analysis of individual components to overall process design.

What's in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with 34 days of 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 Hannah on 01738 341147.

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.