Engineering Manager – Offshore Wind

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SSE has big ambitions to be a leading energy company in a low carbon world. Following our commitment to invest £12.5 billion in low carbon projects over the next 5 years, our SSE Renewables (SSER) business continues to be at the forefront of our growth plans, and our ambition to build a world that’s more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come. We are proud to be playing a critical role in the net zero transition, as we aim to more than treble the net capacity in operation to 13GW and grow renewable energy output five-fold to over 50TWh over the next 10 years.

About The Role

Base Location: Flexible, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK or Ireland sites, which includes but is not limited to:- Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness, Reading, Havant, London or Dublin

Salary: Competitive package depending on skills and experience including car / allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

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

What is the Role?

Key to our growth ambition, SSE Renewables have an exciting opportunity within the Offshore Engineering & Innovation business for an Engineering Manager to drive our engineering activities across the international offshore wind development portfolio.

Key Accountabilities Will Include

• Leading the technical due diligence for international offshore project opportunities on behalf of SSE Renewables.
• Managing and developing a project engineering team during the early engagement and development phase of international Renewables projects.
• Delivering engineering development activities in line with international project governance and assurance requirements.
  

This role is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives on inspiring and nurturing others to be the best they can be, whilst driving future value and growth of the business.

What do I need?

To be considered for this role, we would love you to have;

• Experience of managing Offshore Wind Farm design development and delivery on projects.
• Knowledge and understanding of Technical Due Diligence on large capital projects.
• Experience of design development on International projects of high value generation assets and technology is desirable.
• Previous experience of coordinating appropriate technical support to provide insight across design reviews, key outcomes, and risk reviews.
• The enthusiasm and commitment to manage and grow a diverse team of engineers to deliver engineering excellence on world class projects.
  

What’s in it for you?

An excellent package with 34 days holiday entitlement, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, discounted healthcare, salary sacrifice car leasing and much more, view our full benefits package on our careers site.

As an equal opportunity employer we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE. Search for ’Inclusion & Diversity at SSE’ to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I’ll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact andrew.duncan2@sse.com

EXTERNAL: Before commencing employment with SSE, you’ll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

INTERNAL: As a courtesy, please let your current line manager know you are applying.