Senior System Planning Engineer

Base Location: For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow or Perth. 

Salary: £58,100 - £87,100 + 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

We’re looking for a Senior System Planning Engineer to join our Strategic Energy System Planning Team at SSEN Transmission. This is a key role at the heart of shaping the future of the transmission network. You’ll help identify where and when the grid needs reinforcement and develop forward-thinking regional strategies that ensure a secure and reliable energy supply for the future. As a technical leader, you’ll work with specialist engineers and data modellers to assess network capability against net zero pathways, driving strategic development plans and investment decisions that support the UK’s energy transition.

You will:

- Support and help develop a team of specialist power system engineers and data analytics modellers to continually assess the current and planned regional transmission system capabilities.

- Assess changing short- and long-term network conditions by building and maintaining an electrical market model of the regional transmission systems, undertaking system studies, and ensuring capability to accommodate users’ requirements.

- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional specialists across SSEN Transmission (optioneering, engineering, environment, consent, communities), other network owners, and wider stakeholders to identify credible strategic network reinforcement options and embed whole system thinking in regional network plans.

- Rigorously apply our investment planning methodology and decision-making framework to assess strategic options, develop regional network development plans, and make recommendations for necessary transmission investment in compliance with statutory, regulatory and licence requirements.

- Present study findings to a range of internal and external audiences, and lead the review and production of Investment Cases to support robust and transparent decision making.

You have 

- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant Engineering discipline and ideally be a Chartered Engineer in a relevant institution. 

- Demonstrable experience in both power systems analysis and economic analysis, and a working knowledge of regulatory investment techniques, ideally within the transmission industry. 

- Working knowledge of the industry technical codes and standards and a good understanding of the statutory and licence obligations under which SSEN Transmission operates. 

- The ability to write clear and well-structured investment reports and possess excellent communication skills for presenting information to influence and guide investment decisions. 

- Good knowledge of the GB energy industry (and associated interfaces with other companies), including markets and the economics of transmission investment. 

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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