Electrical Design Engineer

Base Location: Swindon, Melksham, Andover, Slough, Oxford, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot, IOW, Basingstoke, New Forest, Poole, West London, Reading or Theale

Salary: £61,620 - £72,592 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family. 

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

We're looking for a Design Engineer to help create safe, efficient substation designs (up to 132kV).

Our projects involve the replacement of existing electrical assets on our electricity distribution network from 11 - 132kV. You'll be involved in project planning, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring CDM compliance.

If you bring relevant experience, a solid understanding of substation systems, and a full driving licence we’d love to hear from you!

You will:

- Develop detailed, buildable project designs that comply with SSEN standards and specifications.

- Produce, verify, and approve design calculations to ensure cost-effective, compliant solutions.

- Engage with stakeholders during design development and specify primary plant items with an understanding of their interaction.

- Provide technical support across the team, including temporary works and site-specific detailed designs.

- Coordinate pre-construction activities, prepare tender documentation, track design progress, and ensure CDM 2015 compliance and financial governance.

You have:

- Excellent knowledge and understanding of power system substation design and operation up to 132kV.

- A qualification (minimum of HNC level) in a relevant discipline or have demonstrable experience in a similar role.

- Experience of working under engineering design governance structures and experience of preparing tender documentation.

- You are a Principal Designer and have an excellent understanding of the Principal Designer Role in accordance with the CDM Regulations.

- A full current driving licence.

About SSE 

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline. 

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon future. 

Flexible benefits to fit your life 

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave. 

Work with an equal opportunity employer 

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. please contact kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you. 

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry. 

Ready to apply? 

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work. 

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