Real Time Systems Design and Delivery Engineer

Base Location: South of England, however our preference is that you will be based in one of our key UK sites, which includes but is not limited to Reading, Portsmouth, or Poole.

Salary: up to £72,592 depending on skills and experience + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

About the role

The Technical Services Team are responsible for design and delivery of SCADA, Protection and Control Systems that enables SSE Network Management Centres (NMC) to manage its extensive Electricity Distribution Network.

To ensure the continued success of the department, we are looking to recruit a Real Time Systems Design and Delivery Engineer.

As a Real Time Systems Design and delivery (RTSD) Engineer you will play a pivotal role in interpreting business and customer requirements to turn them into technical solutions and manage deliverables.

You will:

Undertake full solution design of SCADA field systems, telecommunication and other auxiliary systems for primary and secondary electrical distribution assets.

– Acting as designated contact for internal and external stakeholders for design reviews and subject matter consultations to ensure standards, business compliance and technical requirements are adhered.

– Support procurement, delivery, commissioning and maintenance activities.

– Provide training and mentorship for team members and contracting partners on technology, project execution, work processes and procedures.

– Supporting the process of transformation from concept throughout to the business-as-usual adoption of technologies and systems as part of the journey towards reaching overall business goals.

– Managing multiple concurrent tasks of various dimensions will be an integral part of this role and therefore creativity, problem solving, work prioritising and time management are essential aspects of this role .

– This role will offer many opportunities for skills development and to participate in specialised training programmes.

You have:

To be successful in the role, you will hold a degree (or be suitably qualified with strong experience) in Computing, Science, Electronics or Engineering. Due to the technical nature of the role, previous experience in a similar context is preferred.

– You’ll have working experience in Substation Control Systems, Distribution Grid Automation, Tele- protection systems, RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, Operational Technology Networks and will demonstrate competency in most common Serial/TCP based electrical utility SCADA protocols and standards. Familiarity with various telecoms services and telemetry systems will be a definite advantage.

– Further to the technical requirements, you will be safety focussed with excellent written and verbal communication skills; you should be comfortable dealing with stakeholders at all levels, both internal and external.

– You will have the ability to adapt with changing business requirements and priorities, be self-disciplined with excellent organisational skills, capable of working on your own initiative and to deadlines within a proactive and supportive environment.

– The role will be office based; however, there will be the need for regular travel to substations, sites, supplier locations and other SSE offices as required so a full UK driving license is essential.

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.

SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses. Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low carbon 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 Kim on 01738 344051 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.