Offshore Wind Electrical Technical Authority

1 week ago


Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, United Kingdom SSE Enterprise Full time
Offshore Wind Electrical Technical Authority Closing at: Jun at 23:55 BST

SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £20.5 billion in low carbon projects to 2027, we have significant growth plans and are well on our way to achieving our ambition to build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

on our journey to net zero and help us power change.

About the Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: Dependant upon experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time| options available

As the Renewables Engineering Electrical Technical Authority, you will;

Write and maintain electrical technical specifications and guidance notes required for electrical primary plant (transformers, AIS & GIS switchgear, reactive compensation plant, CT's/VT's, harmonic filters), protection and auxiliary equipment.

Provide technical input to design reviews carried out by the Design Authority and provide specialist input where required to verify project proposals are fit for purpose and identify any scope changes required.

Ensure that all technology and equipment selected conforms to company and industry standards and specifications and approved for use.

Provide technical guidance and advice to the renewables business for new and replacement plant and to support Asset Management regarding equipment capability or fault investigations.

Represent company at industry body events such as Carbon Trust, DNV or CIGRE working groups and attend conferences.

What do I need?

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

Degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.

Demonstrable experience in the design, specification and application of electrical plant with knowledge of a range of National Grid, British and European Standards.

The ability to technically assess issues and/or problems and critically assess a range of technical solutions. Experience in designing, manufacturing, testing, installation or maintenance of transmission voltage plant and equipment would also be advantageous.

The capability and experience in writing technical specifications, guidance notes and work instructions for plant, equipment or substation design.

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

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 '' 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 Douglas on /

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.

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Our Benefits Sharesave Scheme 34 days of annual leave Option to purchase up to 10 days holiday Interest-free technology loans 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service Private healthcare discounts Subsidised gym memberships 21 weeks full pay maternity leave Cycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limit Interest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets

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