Principal Engineer - Substations at Ssen Transmission in Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom | GBP58,100-87,100 | Kablio

Role

Description

industry events

technical consultancy

team collaboration

specification management

spec improvement

design review

Represent SSEN Transmission at industry events and working groups (e.g. ENA, IEC, CIGRE), and bring back insights and best practices to strengthen our engineering approach.
Offer technical consultancy across the business, mentor peers, and share your specialist knowledge to support team development.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines – including Civil, LV/MV systems, Cables, Overhead Lines – and work closely with our asset management and operations teams.
Own and maintain technical specifications and guidance notes for substation designs, including substation earthing systems.
Continuously improve existing specifications based on lessons learned and emerging technologies.
Support the Design Authority and act as part of the Technical Authority, providing your expert knowledge into reviewing substation designs to ensure compliance with technical specifications and verifying suitability for the transmission network.

Requirements

critical assessment

standards

substation design

chartered engineer

plant experience

The ability to critically assess technical challenges and evaluate a range of solutions, with a solid understanding of the design, planning, operation, and development requirements of the transmission network.
Familiarity with SSE Transmission, National Grid, British and European Standards, and experience writing technical specifications, guidance notes, or work instructions.
Strong experience in the design, specification, and application of transmission voltage substations.
A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and Chartered Engineer status (or are actively working towards it).
Exposure to the design, manufacturing, testing, installation, or maintenance of transmission voltage plant and equipment is a plus.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

criminality check required
credit check required

Company

Overview

2,600 Employees

Workforce Size

Operate one of the UK's largest transmission networks, connecting communities to reliable and sustainable energy sources.

plays a key role in delivering electricity to millions of people across the UK, powering homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
specializes in integrating renewable energy, including wind and solar, into the national grid, supporting the UK's transition to net zero.
focuses on maintaining and upgrading high-voltage infrastructure to meet future energy demands and enhance grid resilience.
typical projects include major infrastructure upgrades, large-scale energy transmission systems, and facilitating the connection of renewable power sources.
is at the forefront of using digital technologies and innovation to improve grid efficiency and performance.
notable for its commitment to future-proofing the energy landscape, continues to lead the way in providing smart, sustainable energy solutions.

Culture + Values

Safety first, always.
We value teamwork and collaboration.
We embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
We are committed to sustainability.
We take ownership and are accountable for delivering results.
We act with integrity and honesty.
We strive for excellence in everything we do.

Environment + Sustainability

2045

Net Zero Commitment

Target year for achieving net-zero emissions across all operations.

Reducing carbon emissions through innovation and new technologies.
Investment in renewable energy projects and sustainable infrastructure.
Focus on improving energy efficiency in operations.
Adopting sustainable materials in construction and maintenance.
Monitoring and reporting environmental performance and impacts.

Inclusion & Diversity

31%

women in workforce

Women make up 31% of the workforce at Ssen Transmission.

Strong focus on improving gender diversity across all levels.
Target to increase the percentage of women in senior leadership roles.
Ongoing development of inclusive leadership programs.
Implementation of mentorship programs to support diverse talent.

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Role

Description

industry events

technical consultancy

team collaboration

specification management

spec improvement

design review

Represent SSEN Transmission at industry events and working groups (e.g. ENA, IEC, CIGRE), and bring back insights and best practices to strengthen our engineering approach.
Offer technical consultancy across the business, mentor peers, and share your specialist knowledge to support team development.
Collaborate with other engineering disciplines – including Civil, LV/MV systems, Cables, Overhead Lines – and work closely with our asset management and operations teams.
Own and maintain technical specifications and guidance notes for substation designs, including substation earthing systems.
Continuously improve existing specifications based on lessons learned and emerging technologies.
Support the Design Authority and act as part of the Technical Authority, providing your expert knowledge into reviewing substation designs to ensure compliance with technical specifications and verifying suitability for the transmission network.

Requirements

critical assessment

standards

substation design

chartered engineer

plant experience

The ability to critically assess technical challenges and evaluate a range of solutions, with a solid understanding of the design, planning, operation, and development requirements of the transmission network.
Familiarity with SSE Transmission, National Grid, British and European Standards, and experience writing technical specifications, guidance notes, or work instructions.
Strong experience in the design, specification, and application of transmission voltage substations.
A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and Chartered Engineer status (or are actively working towards it).
Exposure to the design, manufacturing, testing, installation, or maintenance of transmission voltage plant and equipment is a plus.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

criminality check required
credit check required

Company

Overview

2,600 Employees

Workforce Size

Operate one of the UK's largest transmission networks, connecting communities to reliable and sustainable energy sources.

plays a key role in delivering electricity to millions of people across the UK, powering homes, businesses, and critical infrastructure.
specializes in integrating renewable energy, including wind and solar, into the national grid, supporting the UK's transition to net zero.
focuses on maintaining and upgrading high-voltage infrastructure to meet future energy demands and enhance grid resilience.
typical projects include major infrastructure upgrades, large-scale energy transmission systems, and facilitating the connection of renewable power sources.
is at the forefront of using digital technologies and innovation to improve grid efficiency and performance.
notable for its commitment to future-proofing the energy landscape, continues to lead the way in providing smart, sustainable energy solutions.

Culture + Values

Safety first, always.
We value teamwork and collaboration.
We embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
We are committed to sustainability.
We take ownership and are accountable for delivering results.
We act with integrity and honesty.
We strive for excellence in everything we do.

Environment + Sustainability

2045

Net Zero Commitment

Target year for achieving net-zero emissions across all operations.

Reducing carbon emissions through innovation and new technologies.
Investment in renewable energy projects and sustainable infrastructure.
Focus on improving energy efficiency in operations.
Adopting sustainable materials in construction and maintenance.
Monitoring and reporting environmental performance and impacts.