Assistant Engineering Manager (HVDC)

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Full time
Location: Glasgow
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Job offered by: SSE
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Base Location:

Inverness, Aberdeen, Glasgow or Perth Salary:

£55,200 - £83,000 + 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 are looking for an Assistant HVDC Engineering Manager to help drive forward our projects and who can bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to help us grow our teams to successfully deliver a network for Net Zero. Many of the Pathway to 2030 projects are new HVDC projects. This role would sit within the HVDC Engineering Team, and although direct HVDC experience would be very desirable it is not essential. We encourage candidates with a strong multi-discipline engineering / project management experience in either construction, consultancy, or client organisations within the Energy Industry to apply. You will

Work with the Project Engineering Manager, responsible for delivery of HVDC Engineering scope (Large Capital Projects Gate 1 to Gate 4) for assigned project / package (typical value £700M - £2000M); ensuring that Engineering and Quality risks are identified and understood, and appropriate measures are put in place to deal with issues, and minimise risk to project/asset quality and programme. Have general Project Co-ordination responsibilities, including chairing meetings with HVDC OEMs and other project stakeholders, organising design reviews and other technical sessions such as HAZID/HAZOP/HAZCON. Assume direct line management of project engineers and responsible for the co-ordination of all engineering activities, including the selection and management of engineering consultants, and the technical direction of contractors. Ensure that project technical requirements are clearly and robustly communicated to project teams, and that project teams understand the requirement to refer technical issues to engineering. Responsible for early identification of technology elements requiring Technical Authority approval, and preparing the plan for TA approval, in conjunction with the technical team. Promote and manage safety within project portfolio, including Safety in Design, implementation of CDM procedures and Principal Designer (PD) practice, with Project Manager, and review of construction methods (RAMS) and commissioning and operational safety requirements. Be responsible for Design Management Plans, Engineering Works Information, scheduling of Design Reviews and ensuring competent project technical leadership (in conjunction with Project Engineering Manager and the Technical Authority). You have

A degree in an appropriate engineering discipline (preferably Electrical and CEng) coupled with significant experience leading multi-discipline teams. Good technical knowledge of the Transmission network, with technical understanding of core elements, and high-level technical understanding of facilitating functions and an understanding of legal and regulatory obligations for Transmission. In depth technical knowledge of relevant legislation and the implications for Transmission network management for both Assets and Projects, including CDM and ESQCR. Built strong relationships and understanding of consultants and external industry experts and the ability to communicate and challenge complex technical issues and recommendations in a clear and concise manner to facilitate decision making by senior management. 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 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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Industry: Utilities
Specialties: Utilities, Energy, Renewables, Electricity and Gas, Electricity, Gas, Wind, and Hydro
Employees: 10,001+
Annual Revenue: $10.5B
Founded: 1948
Address: Inveralmond House, 200 Dunkeld Road, Perth, Perthshire, GB, PH1 3AQ

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