Control Support Engineer

We are leading the way to provide the energy needed now, while building a better world of energy for tomorrow.

To reach net zero by 2050, we're looking for people who can bring big ideas, new skills and innovative thinking to help us build a world that's more sustainable and inclusive for you, your family, the community you live in and for generations to come.

So, join us on our journey to net zero. Help us power change.

We have an exciting and challenging opportunity for a Transmission Control Support Engineer, the key responsibilities are:

- To ensure that Transmission Control Centre operations has quality business processes in place.

- Improve the control centre and commissioning team processes safety and control room operation.

- To support the development and review of TCC training and support documentation.

- To help support the delivery of transmission projects and maintenance to ensure that the transmission system operates reliably and effectively.

- To work with other participants in the industry to investigate and report system events.

A degree in electrical engineering and preferably have a relevant background in high voltage power system Transmission Operations and Planning, although other relevant backgrounds will be considered. You should be qualified to or working towards a recognised professional registration.

- A sound knowledge and understanding of electrical power systems and the related operating standards.

- The ability to develop your technical and problem-solving skills, whilst using your knowledge and communication skills to engage with project managers, engineers, stakeholders, and National Energy System Operator to fulfil the needs of a growing network.

- The ability to study our operations processes to improve safety, quality and efficiency.

SSEN Transmission 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.

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.