Gestor de Engenharia

Job Description

SSEN Transmission is looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to support the delivery of a major capital cable infrastructure project. Leading multidisciplinary engineering activities across land and subsea cable systems, you'll provide technical leadership, governance and design assurance throughout design, construction and commissioning.

Working closely with project, construction, commercial and contractor teams, you'll help manage technical risk, coordinate engineering interfaces and ensure successful project delivery while maintaining robust engineering standards.

This is primarily an office-based role, with regular travel to project sites across the north of Scotland and Western Isles. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with site teams and experience first-hand the construction of nationally significant energy infrastructure in some of Scotland's most unique and inspiring locations.

You will

• Lead engineering management activities across detailed design, construction and commissioning, providing clear technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage technical governance, design assurance, engineering risk and change control processes, ensuring compliance with SSEN standards and project requirements.
• Coordinate technical interfaces across multiple disciplines and project teams, ensuring engineering decisions are aligned and project risks are understood and effectively managed.
• Lead and develop a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering collaboration, capability and a strong engineering culture across the project.
• Promote excellence in safety, quality and technical assurance, supporting CDM requirements and maintaining engineering oversight throughout construction and commissioning.

You have

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

• A degree in an engineering discipline, with Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Significant engineering management experience on large-scale capital infrastructure projects, including design and construction delivery phases.
• Experience operating within client, contractor or major project delivery environments, leading multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of technical governance, design assurance, engineering risk management and change control within complex project environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical matters clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Knowledge of electricity networks, transmission infrastructure, cable projects or the wider energy sector would be beneficial but is not essential.

Not sure if you meet every requirement?

We know that not everyone will meet every requirement listed above. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe your skills and experience are transferable, we'd encourage you to apply. We're particularly interested in hearing from experienced Engineering Managers from a variety of infrastructure and capital project backgrounds who can bring fresh perspectives and expertise to our team.

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 Hannah on [email protected] / 01738 341147 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.

Our Benefits

• 34 days of annual leave with the option to purchase up to 10 days holiday
• 24/7 free and confidential employee counselling service
• Sharesave Scheme
• Private healthcare discounts
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Generous family entitlements including adoption leave, paternity leave and gradual return to work for new parents
• Flexible working opportunities
• Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets
• And much more...

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