Salary: £61,105 - £72,592 + shift + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
SSEN Transmission are seeking a Power Control Engineer to join us to ensure the safe and reliable operation of Scotland's high-voltage electricity network. You will use your expertise to control, monitor, and analyse the transmission network in real-time, making crucial decisions to ensure grid security and stability.
This is a shift position working day/backshift. Shift work will be applicable once training for the position is complete.
You will
- Coordinate the commissioning of programs and operational data.
- Ensure power system analysis of electricity flows and in real time, commission and switch up to 400kV.
- Display understanding principles of real and reactive power flow, and voltage.
- Experience and clear understanding of a safe system of work.
- Ensure the provision of appropriate supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) displays and Power System Simulator for Engineering (PSS/E) models prior to network changes.
You have
- A minimum of an HNC in electrical engineering and will ideally have experience as a senior authorised person. (SAP)
- You will have a relevant background in electrical power system operation.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate complex issues effectively to a diverse range of stakeholders.
- You will be a team player and work well in a knowledge sharing culture.
- A flexible and proactive approach to work in order to achieve results and thrive under pressure.
- Previous experience working in a control room environment desirable.
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 Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.
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 Andy on andrew.torrance@sse.com / 01738 275370 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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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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