Senior Grid Engineer- 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.

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, Belfast or Dublin.

Salary: Up to £77,400/€108,600 depending on experience + 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?

Our Offshore Engineering Team are playing a key role in the construction of the world’s largest offshore wind farm, situated off the East coast of England, as well as construction of Scotland’s largest offshore wind farm. We are also supporting development of several major offshore wind farm projects across the UK, Ireland and Europe as well as opportunities in Asia Pacific and USA.

SSE Renewables Offshore Engineering have opportunities within our Grid Engineering Team. We are looking for Senior Engineer to coordinate and manage all Grid related issues and opportunities from early project development to Operational handover and beyond for offshore wind generation.

Some Of Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Developing and delivering the grid connection strategy for SSE Renewables offshore projects
• Grid feasibility assessments and management of the Grid connection process with the Transmission and Distribution companies
• Acquisition grid due-diligence and auction bid grid support
• Management of interface with Transmission and Distribution companies for contractual and technical issues
• Assessment of connection offers and management of TEC and grid securities
• Achieving and maintaining Grid Code compliance, system study compliance and grid outage management
• Identifying and applying for ancillary system service contracts to add additional revenue streams
• Representing SSE Renewables on key industry panels, committees and working groups
  

What do I need?

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

• Knowledge of the existing National Grid ESO and Offshore Transmission Network Review Workstreams
• Good knowledge of the GB transmission system, its operation and current/future challenges
• Good technical knowledge and experience within the transmission/ power generation industry
• Effective organisation capabilities with the ability to deliver quality work to the agreed timescales along with good report writing and interpersonal skills
• Strong commercial awareness with an understanding of the implications of engineering activities and decisions.
• Ability to interpret and communicate requirements of relevant standards and codes such as the GB Grid Code and the Connection and Use of System Code (CUSC)
  

Having a background in Renewables isn’t necessary, as we welcome applications from those with transferable experience. It’s more important to us that you share our values, bring unique experience and are eager to learn.  

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.