Base Location: Flexible UK
Salary: £Competitive depending on experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The role
As Commissioning Engineer you will be responsible for the day to day coordination of commissioning for the mechanical and electrical systems at the onshore & offshore substations and export cable including commissioning onshore at the assembly / construction sites. The key aspect of your role will be early engagement with the project team and EPC contractor to ensure a plan is agreed for the completions and commissioning activities for the onshore transmission assets.
You will
- Manage Offshore commissioning for our portfolio of Dogger Bank Assets.
- Plan, organise, monitor and support site activities to ensure safe, full and effective use is always made of resources and construction of the project(s) is achieved within budget and in accordance with Company and/or client policies and procedures.
- Support the coordination and attending multiple site location activities to ensure mechanical completion activities are completed, signed and verified in conjunction with wider project team and relevant contractors.
- Hold Mechanical completion responsibility and sign off
- Review Punchlist items and resolving any issues
You have
- Strong knowledge and understanding of high voltage substation, wind farm construction, commissioning and/or operations in UK.
- Experience as an electrical engineer or senior authorised person to at least 132KV is preferred
- Ability to thrive on coordinating commissioning activities and managing the associated tasks
- A relevant technical education or apprenticeship, preferably within Electrical Engineering or similar
- Personal drive and a robust sense of quality and professionalism, sharing SSE Values, Vision and Goals, including our Safety Family.
As a Commissioning Engineer, your location can be flexible within the UK. Regular travel within the UK & Ireland will be required based on Project requirements, sometimes at short notice.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world's largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions. SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build, and operation of renewable power assets, including
windfarms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
Flexible benefits to fit your life
Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.
Work with an equal opportunity employer
SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com to discuss how we can support you.
We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.
Ready to apply?
Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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