About the Role

Base Location: Reading, Slough or West London

Salary: £58,630 - £68,098 + car/cash allowance + London Weighting Allowance if based in Slough or West London + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

We are looking for an enthusiastic and diligent engineer to join the SSEN Maintenance and Inspection team in Thames Valley working across the Southern Distribution Network.

As a 132kV field unit engineer you will work with a passionate team of like-minded engineers across a range of projects from 33kV to 132kV.

You will be involved in protection testing and outages on the 33kV and/or 132kv network to assist with the maintenance program. You will also be liaising with the National Grid along with multiple stakeholders across the business to ensure a compliant, cost-effective design is delivered on time.

In addition, you'll have the opportunity to be involved in projects focused on innovation, standardisation, technology assessment as well as working with our suppliers on new products and services.

This is a fantastic time to join a growing team, amidst the challenges of moving to Net Zero as well as the opportunities offered by new technology, communications and services.

Your key responsibilities will be:

- Developing scoping documentation and Protection Diagrams (MC&P).

- Carrying out EHV protection testing in conjunction with the maintenance teams.

- To act as a lead for support when requested to assist with the maintenance units delivery.

- Carrying out adhoc projects in line with our RIIO-ED2 delivery.

- Using SAP authorisations to support the regional requirements/CMI department

What do I need?

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

- A high regard for safety with demonstrable experience of risk mitigation.

- Ideally authorisations relating to 132kV SAP or working towards. An increase in range/salary will be applied to specific 132kV authorisations.

- Previous experience working in design or commissioning of power system protection, ideally at a distribution level.

- Knowledge and experience of protection relays and relay panels, CT & VT sizing calculations, protection grading studies and the producing of detailed and accurate AC/DC drawings.

- Knowledge of UK electrical practices and standards and an understanding/appreciation of CDM regulations.

Travel is required and as a result we can only accept applications from candidates that hold a valid/current driving licence.

About our Business

SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million homes and businesses in communities across central southern England and the north of Scotland. Our team of more than 4,200 highly skilled people keep customers connected to a safe and reliable supply of electricity whilst developing the flexible networks that are vital for the future. We power communities to thrive today and create a net-zero tomorrow. Why not join us and help power change, we're looking for great people who love working with others to achieve great results. You'll be empowered to make the right decisions for our customers and have the space to take accountability for the work you do. You'll be working as part of a bigger team, enabling net-zero, so team work will be essential. As a part of our business, you become part of something bigger – an established company with a reputation for looking after our people, offering secure and rewarding roles where safety is our number one priority.

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 on our careers site.

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 'Inclusion & Diversity at SSE' to find out more.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted 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 differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Kim on kim.annink@sse.com / 01738 344051.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

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