Principal Engineer Subsea Installation

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 Subsea Principal Engineer, you will;

• Write, maintain and own technical specifications and guidance notes required for all subsea HVAC/ HVDC cable and platform installations used on the Transmission network and review existing specifications and update them based on lessons learnt from projects and to include development of technology.
• As part of the Technical Authority, review installation method statements, risk assessments, etc. in relation subsea cable system installations and subsea platform structures to ensure that all installations are suitable to be approved for use on the transmission network.
• Provide Subject Matter Expert input to design reviews carried out by the Design Authority and provide specialist input where required and verify project proposals are fit for purpose and identify any scope changes required.
• Provide technical guidance and advice to the transmission business for new HVAC or HVDC subsea cable and subsea platform installations in relation to maintenance, replacement and repair.
• Represent SSEN Transmission at industry body events such as ESCA, ICPC, IEC or CIGRE working groups and attend conferences.

What do I need?

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

• A degree in Marine/Civil 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, construction and maintenance of subsea cable system and subsea platform installations.
• The ability and experience to technically assess issues, problems and/or faults related to subsea cable and offshore platform installations alongside an in depth understanding of their technical requirements for operation and maintenance.
• A detailed knowledge and understanding of a range of national and international standards alongside the capability and experience in writing technical specifications, guidance notes and work instructions for subsea installations.
• Experience in the management of various stakeholders, e