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Base Location: Perth preferred; however, we will consider your base 'home' location to be one of our other SSEN offices or depots in Scotland and you'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of these locations.

Salary: £49,004 - £57,728 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

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

Delivery Engineer - Flexible Solutions Team

Our Distribution System Operator directorate has an exciting opportunity to join our Flexible Solutions Team as a Delivery Engineer. In this role, you will support the delivery and commissioning of equipment that enables Distributed Energy Resources (DER) to connect flexibly to our network using real‑time monitoring solutions.

You will play a key role in the engineering elements of multiple live projects—identifying and resolving issues, managing risks, engaging with customers and stakeholders ensuring projects are delivered successfully and to agreed customer satisfaction targets.

You will:

• Review and approve customer, and internal, technical design documents.
• Provide excellent customer service to guide customers on technical aspects.
• Plan and coordinate work activities, including contractors, to install equipment for our customer connections.
• Manage and configure Remote Terminal Units (RTU's) Controllers, and other intelligent electronic devices, to implement functional logic and associated small wiring.
• Follow test procedures to commission RTU's and ensure logic is functioning correctly.

You have

• Demonstrated experience of meeting customer connection timelines while delivering on quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Power On and PROMIS with the ability to become proficient in the use of other software applications.
• A solid understanding of the electrical distribution network and the fundamental principles of electrical power engineering, you will hold or be willing to work towards achieving an HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Understanding of Programmable Logic Controllers, RTUs or similar devices (preferred) using configuration applications such as Workbench or Putty.
• Experience with Automation/SCADA/Real-Time-Systems preferred or working towards.

Knowledge of Flexibility Services and Connections would be advantageous.

This role involves travel across various locations to support operational needs. To enable you to fulfil these responsibilities, as a role requirement, the company will provide access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

The requirement will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and if the company car policy criteria are met, there will be an opportunity to join the company car scheme. Provision of a company car or cash allowance does not form part of the contractual terms and conditions of employment for this role.

A valid driving licence is essential.

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.

What happens now?

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 flexibly requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact laura.morrison@sse.com / 01738 341814.

Before commencing your role with SSE, you'll need to complete our pre-employment screening process. This will consist of a criminality and credit check.

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