Project Engineer - Interfaces (HVDC)
Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.
Salary: £50,100 - £75,100 + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
As part of SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we have a Project Engineer- Interfaces requirement to support this incredibly exciting time for the business.
Many of the Pathway to 2030 are new HVDC projects. This role would sit in within the HVDC Engineering Team, and although direct HVDC experience would be desirable it is not necessary. We encourage candidates with a project engineering background, ideally with an electrical engineering background in either construction, consultancy, or client organisations within the Energy Industry to apply. We will consider candidates from other industries, with good transferable skills and willingness to learn.
You will
- Take the lead in coordinating design interfaces across major HVDC packages, including civils, AC systems, and cables, ensuring smooth collaboration between all parties.
- Own and manage the Design Interface Registers, working closely with contractors to align inputs, resolve design issues early, and keep project data accurate and up to date.
- Oversee the design submittals process using Autodesk Construction Cloud, helping ensure submissions are high quality, traceable, and delivered on time.
- Act as a key link between SSEN teams and external partners, keeping everyone informed with clear updates on interface risks, progress, and next steps.
- Promote a positive safety culture and support compliance with CDM regulations and SSEN's engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.
- Foster awareness of interface management across the project, supporting your colleagues in identifying and managing design and quality risks effectively.
You have
- A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline (preferably electrical, mechanical, or civil). Chartered status or working toward it is desirable.
- Demonstrable experience managing design interfaces across engineering work packages, ideally HVDC, with a strong focus on identifying interface risks early and implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
- Experience in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams or interfacing between contractors and client teams, with a good understanding of how design, construction, and programme interdependencies are managed.
- A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset, with the ability to work independently, manage priorities, and communicate complex technical matters clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficiency in using digital collaboration platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), or similar tools for managing design submissions, interface registers, and structured workflows.
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 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 Stephanie at stephanie.murphy@sse.com or 01738 342963 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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Thank you
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
