Principal Engineer Overhead Lines

Overview

Lead design, specification and technical governance for high‑voltage overhead transmission lines.

Key Responsibilities

• industry events
• test review
• supplier vetting
• design input
• technical guidance
• specification management

Tasks

-Represent SSEN Transmission at industry body events such as ENA, IEC or CIGRE working groups and attend conferences. -As part of the Technical Authority, review test plans and witness tests to ensure that all technology and equipment selected is adequately tested, proven and validated and review proposed suppliers to confirm their suitability to be approved for use on the transmission network. -Provide Subject Matter Expert input to design reviews carried out by the Design Authority, provide specialist input where required, verify project proposals are fit for purpose and identify any scope changes required. -Provide technical guidance and advice to the transmission business for new OHL assets, OHL replacements or fault investigations of failed plant. -Write, maintain and own technical specifications and guidance notes required for all for all Overhead Line equipment used on the Transmission network and review existing specifications and update them based on lessons learnt from projects and to include development of technology.

Requirements

• chartered
• degree
• 132kv
• ohl design
• standards
• manufacturing

What You Bring

-A degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status. -The ability and experience to technically assess issues and/or problems and critically assess a range of technical solutions and an in depth understanding of the technical requirements for design, planning, operation and development of OHLs. -Demonstrable experience on an expert level in the design, specification, construction, operation and maintenance of transmission voltage overhead lines at 132kV and above comprising all civil, mechanical and electrical aspects. -A detailed knowledge and understanding of a range of National Grid, British and European Standards alongside the capability and experience in writing technical specifications, guidance notes and work instructions for all OHL aspects. -Experience in manufacturing and testing of transmission voltage OHL plant and equipment would also be advantageous.

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About Ssen Transmission

-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.

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