Electrical Wind Power EngineerInverness   £30,448 - £42,236

Scottish and Southern Energy is the UK's largest producer of renewable energy. SSE's wind farm portfolio is growing with an installed capacity of 688Mw and plans for a further 1,500Mw to be delivered in the next four years.

The SSE Wind Generation division is responsible for the operation and maintenance of SSE owned wind farms. The assets are geographically diverse and the team is flexible and highly motivated. This is an exciting opportunity to work within an emerging and dynamic industry with regular exposure to new and developing technology.

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer with a good operational knowledge of power systems and electrical generation plant. The position will primarily cover the Highlands and Islands of Scotland but may involve travel to other areas as required.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Management of wind farm high voltage electrical networks and connecting systems, power electronics, electrical generators, PLCs and electrical installations
• Provision of technical support to operational site staff for preventative and corrective maintenance tasks  
• Development of safe working practices and procedures  
• Application of standards for condition based monitoring

As part of the Engineering team you will liaise with development and construction teams to ensure efficient handover of assets and capitalise on the opportunity for knowledge sharing and operational feedback. You will have the opportunity to regularly complete site work, which can involve working outdoors in remote areas. Training on working at height will be given.

The successful candidate will:

• Be qualified to a minimum of HNC/HND in an electrical engineering discipline  
• Have experience in electrical power plant, switchgear, transformers and control system, whilst knowledge of wind turbine technology is preferable but not essential
• Be an operational SAP or demonstrate the ability to quickly achieve this

Experience in an operational and maintenance environment, including the use of Maximo or equivalent maintenance management system, would be advantageous.

Job Reference:   GE/08/90

Closing Date:     05-Sep-2008