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    Principal Engineer Building Services - Aberdeen, United Kingdom - SSE Enterprise

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    Permanent - Flexible First Available Permanent - Full time
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    Principal Engineer Building Services

  • Closing at: May at 23:55 BST
  • About the role

    Base Location: Flexible UK | We're proud to offer a approach to work, and this role is no exception. We will, however need your base "office" location to be one of our SSEN offices or depots around Scotland. Office Locations: Aberdeen, Glasgow, Inverness, Perth

    Salary: £53,100 to 87,670 + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

    Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | options available

    The Policy and Standards Team are part of the Asset Management and Operations Directorate and are the Design and Technical Engineering Governance function for the Transmission Business. Their purpose is to ensure that suitable policy and standards are in place for all Transmission projects and business areas and they also ensure that the design of the network and the equipment used ensures we operate safely, reliably and in compliance with the relevant legislation.

    As the Principal Engineer – Building Services, you will;

    Write, maintain and own technical specifications required for substation Mechanical and Electrical services and Auxiliary Systems and their interfaces to plant and equipment used on the Transmission network (e.g. LVAC/LVDC systems, Standby Generators, Automatic Voltage Regulators, EV, Smart Monitoring, Building Services such as Fire Protection, Building Lightning Protection, Building and substation lighting, Substation Security, Air Conditioning, Ventilation Systems etc.) and review existing specifications and update them based on lessons learnt from projects and to include development of technology.

    Represent Transmission at industry body events such as ENA or CIGRE working groups and attend conferences, participate in supplier meetings, TO forums, etc. and lead on introduction of new technology.

    As part of the Technical Authority review perform approval of apparatus/equipment, Inspection Test Plan, Inspection Test Record, witness tests to ensure that all technology and apparatus/equipment selected is adequately tested, proven and validated and write Technical Authority reports.

    Provide technical guidance and advice to Project Engineering for scope of works, specification and supplier selection, Asset Management for equipment replacement and to Operations regarding equipment capability and lead on substation innovation.

    Provide Subject Matter Expert input to design reviews carried out by the Design Authority.

    What do I need?

    To be considered for this role, we would love you to have:

    A degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline and Chartered Engineer status with a relevant institution or working towards chartered status.

    Demonstrable experience on an expert level in the design, specification, construction, operation and maintenance of Mechanical and Electrical Services and Auxiliary Systems in a data centre, substation or industrial background.

    The ability to technically assess issues and/or problems and critically assess a range of technical solutions and a detailed knowledge and understanding of a range of National and International Standards including National Grid, Energy Network Association, British and European specification/standards.

    Experience in the management of various stakeholders, e.g. engineering, asset management, contractors, etc.

    Experience in manufacturing or testing and commissioning of transmission voltage substation Mechanical and Electrical Services and Auxiliary Systems in substations would also be advantageous.

    About our Business

    owns and operates the electricity transmission network in the north of Scotland, transporting energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, providing a safe and reliable supply of electricity to the communities it serves. Home to some of the UK's greatest resources of renewable energy, SSEN Transmission is playing a critical role in the transition to a low carbon future, developing, building, maintaining and operating a network for net zero.

    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

    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 '' 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 Iona on /

    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.

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    Our Benefits

  • Sharesave Scheme
  • 34 days of annual leave
  • Option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
  • Interest-free technology loans
  • 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
  • Private healthcare discounts
  • Subsidised gym memberships
  • 21 weeks full pay maternity leave
  • Cycle to Work scheme with generous £2500 limit
  • Interest-free salary advance to cover transport season tickets


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