Lead Design Engineer

Base Location: Swindon, Melksham, Oxford, Andover, Yeovil, Bristol, Reading, Slough

Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

The role

Our Large Capital Delivery team is seeking a Lead Design Engineer to support our £4bn RIIO-ED2 business plan across the SEPD Distribution areas. In this role, you'll lead the design team responsible for a range of projects spanning from 11kV to 132kV.

You will

- Oversee a diverse project design portfolio, coordinating with internal and external resources, maintaining quality control of design outputs in line with SSEN standards, and approving designs efficiency.

- Drive the development and delivery of cost-effective engineering solutions, from feasibility studies through to detailed design packages and final design sign-off.

- Lead daily operations of the design team, enhancing productivity and customer service while optimising costs and improving contractor performance.

- Identify and implement improvement initiatives, set performance targets, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) across the wider Engineering Design team.

- Collaborate closely with contractor design partners to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of design outputs in line with project schedules.

You have

- A degree in Electrical Design (preferred), or a Higher National Certificate (HNC) with substantial relevant experience.

- Proven experience in people management with strong leadership and team coordination skills.

- Solid engineering design expertise, with a strong understanding of design governance and CDM (Construction Design and Management) regulations.

- Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality work under tight deadlines and thrive in collaborative team environments.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future.

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 fiona.smith@sse.com / 01738 340954 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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