HVDC Operations Engineer

As part of SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we are looking for an HVDC Operations Engineer to support and help drive the expansion of our transmission operations business to maintain a safe, reliable and secure network to deliver a network for Net Zero.

Many of the Pathway to 2030 projects and beyond are new HVDC projects. This role would sit in within the HVDC Operations team, and although direct HVDC experience would be desirable it is not essential. This is an exciting and dynamic role that exists in a growing HVDC Operations team.

The key responsibilities of the HVDC Operations Engineer are:

- Assist with, and be responsible for aspects of, the operation and maintenance of the Scottish Hydro Electric Transmission (SHET) HVDC Caithness Moray Shetland (CMS) multi-terminal network and other FACTS assets the ensuring safe, flexible and secure power transmission and voltage control for the network.

- Working closely with the HVDC Operations Manager and other HVDC / AC stakeholders within the Transmission business (such as Operations Engineers, Project engineers, Subject Matter Experts, Senior Authorised Persons, and external Service Agreement personnel), you will assist with the planning and execution of maintenance activities / regular inspections and fault response / repair of HVDC / FACTS assets.

- Assist the HVDC Operations Manager with, and be responsible for aspects of, the creation, maintenance and execution of critical asset repair plans, obsolescence plans and spares holding strategies, as well as management of any existing Subsea Cable Asset Surveys associated with Operational HVDC assets and management and technical support of Cyber Security maintenance works on the existing CMS HVDC multi-terminal network and other FACTS assets.

- Assist the HVDC Operations Manager with, and be responsible for aspects of, the engineering design, install and commissioning of upgrade and innovations projects for CMS HVDC multi-terminal network (incl. CMS replica MACH system at the National HVDC Centre) and other FACTS assets as well as supporting the project design development and construction of future HVDC & FACTS projects ensuring that Safety in Design has been considered and that all Operations & Maintenance requirements have been incorporated into the design.

- You may be asked to undertake other duties, training and/or hours of work by the HVDC Operations Manager, as may be reasonably required and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility associated with this position. This role requires regular travel to our HVDC & FACTS sites and can occasionally require international travel on an ad hoc basis.

Degree qualified or time served with relevant experience in a relevant engineering area

- Strong technical understanding of the Distribution and / or Transmission business and the relevant interfaces.

- Management experience in the delivery of successful operations and maintenance within a similar role/environment and in managing teams in a utility / engineering environment.

- Experience and understanding of the management of contractors.

- Ability to communicate across all levels with both internal and external stakeholders, paired with effective organisation capabilities to deliver quality work to the agreed timescales.

Please note applications will also be considered from electrical engineers with less specific experience, with a starting salary commensurate with experience levels. Training and development will be provided to ensure continuous progress.

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.