Cable Project Engineering Opportunities

3 weeks ago

Inverness, Highland, United Kingdom SSE Full time

About the Role

Base Location: Glasgow, Perth, Inverness, Aberdeen

Salary: Up to £65,000 - based on experience + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

As part of the SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we have a number of Cable Project Engineering opportunities to support its delivery, including Senior Engineer, Project Engineer and Assistant Project Engineer levels.

The roles advertised would sit within SSEN Transmissions Project Engineering Team with a primary focus on AC land cable systems and although specific experience with Transmission networks would be desirable, it is not necessary. We encourage candidates with a project engineering background, ideally with a HV cable engineering background in either contractor, consultancy, or client organisations within the Energy Industry to apply. In addition to experience with land cable systems, candidates with subsea cable design or installation experience will be looked upon favourably. For Assistant Cable Project engineer positions, we will consider candidates from other industries, with good transferable skills and willingness to learn for the role.

The key responsibilities will be:

Involved in the full project life cycle, from project definition, preparing and evaluating tenders, conceptual and front-end design development, detail design reviews, HAZID/HAZCON/HAZOP, following CDM procedures and practices, supporting construction, installation, commissioning, and project completion.

Providing cable engineering support across multiple projects, typical capital value of £50m - £200m, by producing or reviewing outline cable system designs during development phases. Including: review and assessment of technology options, underground cable routing selection, producing current rating calculations using CYMCAP software and assessment of interface requirements.

Developing technical scopes and specifications for new underground cable projects as well as modifications to existing assets.

Reviewing cable system prequalification and type testing reports in preparation for SSEN approval, reviewing and verifying contractor/consultant detailed underground cable system designs, witnessing factory and relevant discipline site acceptance testing.

Providing technical support to site teams to ensure quality of installations and cable commissioning activities.

What do I need?

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

Demonstrable technical skills in Transmission voltage level underground cable systems development, design and specification or demonstrable transferable skills/experience, an appreciation of multi-discipline projects and design interface management.

Self-Starter attitude, who enjoys problem solving and have an ability to communicate complex technical issues in a clear and concise manner to facilitate decision making by senior management.

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate diligence and to prioritise workload.

An understanding of the legislation and implications of such for the management of the Transmission network for both Assets and Projects, including CDM & ESQCR.

Preferably hold or, with past work experience be working towards a degree or masters in an appropriate engineering discipline depending on the level of position applied for.

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 Shirley on shirley-anne.o' /

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

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