Design Engineer - Interfaces (HVDC)

SSE plc; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Design Engineer to manage engineering interfaces for HVDC projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in project engineering and strong communication skills. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure smooth project execution and contribute to the UK's energy infrastructure initiatives. This role offers a competitive salary and a range of flexible benefits.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing benefits such as free online GP

Cycle to Work scheme

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Around 5–7 years’ experience in project engineering.
• Proven ability to manage engineering interfaces.
• Strong communication skills focused on technical clarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering design interfaces across major HVDC packages.
• Coordinate design registration and ensure alignment with contractors.
• Maintain project data accuracy and oversee design submissions.

Skills

Project engineering background

Communication skills

Risk mitigation strategies

Design coordination

Use of digital collaboration tools

Education

Degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering

Tools

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Base Location

For this role, we require successful applicants to be based from one of our Scottish locations – Glasgow, Perth, Aberdeen or Inverness.

Salary

£50,100 - £64,100 + car / cash allowance + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern

Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

As part of the SSEN Transmission Pathway to 2030 programme of works, we are recruiting for a Design Engineer- Interfaces requirement to join our HVDC Engineering Team. With several major HVDC projects underway, this is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in one of the UK’s most important energy infrastructure programmes.

While direct HVDC experience would be an advantage, it is not essential. We encourage candidates with a project engineering background, ideally with an electrical, civil or mechanical engineering background, ideally within the energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors. If you’ve developed your career in construction, consultancy, or client organisations and are ready to take on larger, more complex projects, this role will give you the platform to do so.

You will

• Manage engineering design interfaces across major HVDC packages, including civils, AC systems, and cables, ensuring smooth collaboration between all parties.
• Take ownership of the Design Interface Registers, working closely with contractors to align inputs, resolve design issues early, and keep project data accurate and up to date.
• Manage the design submittals process using Autodesk Construction Cloud, helping ensure submissions are high-quality, traceable, and delivered on time.
• Act as a key link between SSEN teams and external partners, keeping everyone informed with clear updates on interface risks, progress, and next steps.
• Champion a positive safety culture and support compliance with CDM regulations and SSEN's engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the development of interface management awareness across the project, supporting your colleagues in identifying and managing design and quality risks effectively.

You have

• A degree or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering discipline (preferably electrical, mechanical, or civil). Chartered status or working toward it is desirable.
• Around 5–7 years’ experience in project engineering or design coordination, ideally with exposure to complex, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Proven ability to manage interfaces between teams, contractors, and disciplines, with a track record of identifying interface risks early and implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Experience supporting or leading elements of multi-disciplinary design coordination, with a good understanding of how design, construction, and programme interdependencies are managed.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical issues into clear language for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Familiarity in using digital collaboration platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), or similar tools for managing design submissions, interface registers, and structured workflows.

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.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

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 Stephanie at [e-mail] or 01738 342963 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.

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