Principal Engineer, HVDC/FACTS AC C&P Integration
About the Role
Base Location: UK | We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however, need your base 'home' location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland, Perth, Aberdeen, Inverness.
Salary: £55,200 - £83,000 + car /car allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
SSEN Transmission has an opportunity for a Principal Engineer - AC C&P Integration to join our Offshore Engineering - HVDC/FACTS Technical Policy Team. This specialist team plays a vital role in collaborating at all levels of HVDC & FACTS Projects within SSEN Transmission and their integration into our AC Network.
As the Principal Engineer - HVDC/FACTS AC C&P Integration, you will;- Write, maintain, and own technical requirement specifications, single line diagrams, protection schematics, and guidance notes for the Control & Protection (C&P) interfaces between the AC network and HVDC/FACTS Systems used on the Transmission network - responsible for integrating with existing SSEN specifications for AC and HVDC/FACTS.
- Review existing SSEN requirement specifications and assist in updating them based on lessons learnt from projects and new technology applications.
- As part of the Technical Authority, review test plans and witness tests to ensure that AC Control & Protection (C&P) technology and equipment selected is adequately tested, proven, 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 and verify project proposals are fit for purpose and identify any scope changes required.
- Provide technical guidance and advice to the transmission business for C&P interfaces to HVDC/FACTS regarding refurbishments, improvements, or fault investigations of failed plant.
What do I need?
To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:
- A degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.
- Demonstrable experience at an expert level in the design, specification, construction, control & operation, and maintenance of AC C&P Systems at transmission voltages.
- 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 development, design, planning, control, integration, and operation of HVDC Systems.
- Understanding of the interfaces between AC Networks and HVDC/FACTS Systems and applying these.
- Knowledge and understanding of a range of British and European Standards, UK grid code and SQSS alongside the capability and experience in writing technical requirement specifications, guidance notes and work instructions for all AC Control & Protection aspects.
About our Business
At SSEN Transmission, we take immense pride in owning and operating the high-voltage electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to wherever it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve.But that's not all - we're committed to upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future. By developing, building and maintaining a network for net zero, we're creating secure power for generations to come.
What's in it for you?
We offer an excellent package with 34 days annual leave 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 encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining SSE.Search for 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.
What happens now?
All applications should be made 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 flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Andy on 01738 275370.
Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.