Base Location: We're proud to offer a Flexible First approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base 'office' location to be one of our SSEN offices in Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness or Perth
Salary: £58,100 - £95,810 + 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 – HVDC Cables to act as a recognised subject matter expert within our Network Engineering team.
The role provides technical leadership and assurance for HVDC cable systems (including converter station interfaces) across their full lifecycle, developing and governing standards, assuring designs, and technically approving HVDC cable assets deployed across the Transmission business.
Reporting to the Lead Principal Engineer – Cables, the role supports delivery of a significant and diverse portfolio of transmission works, shaping innovative HVDC technical solutions and representing SSEN Transmission within key industry forums, technical bodies and conferences.
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Write, maintain and technically own a comprehensive suite of specifications and guidance governing HVDC cable systems (land and subsea), exercising lifecycle accountability through critical review, assurance and continuous enhancement of standards, incorporating project delivery and operational feedback and the advancement of HVDC cable technologies.
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As part of the Technical Authority, review test plans to ensure that all HVDC cable technology and equipment selected is adequately tested, proven and validated, and review proposed suppliers and manufacturing facilities to confirm their suitability for approval on the Transmission network.
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Provide subject matter expert input to design reviews carried out by the Design Authority, offering specialist advice where required, verifying that project proposals are fit for purpose and identifying any technical or scope changes required.
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Lead the identification, evaluation and adoption of emerging and innovative HVDC cable technologies, installation techniques and materials to improve network performance, resilience and whole‑life value.
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Demonstrable experience in the design, specification and testing of transmissionlevel HVDC cable systems, ideally spanning both subsea and land applications. Experience will ideally encompass 320 kV and 525 kV HVDC systems, including monopole and rigid bipole configurations, with or without metallic return (DMR).
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Proven ability to technically assess issues, problems and/or faults associated with HVDC cables, supported by an indepth understanding of the requirements for design, installation, operation and maintenance of HVDC cable systems, including associated testing regimes.
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A detailed knowledge of National Grid, British and European cable standards, with experience in writing technical specifications, guidance notes and work instructions for HVDC cables, cable laying and installation (land and/or subsea).
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Direct experience in HVDC cable manufacturing, and/or experience in subsea and land HVDC cable system design, supply and installation, would be highly advantageous.
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 Andy on andrew.torrance@sse.com / 01738 275370 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.
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