Lead, Technical Engineering – Transmission & Net Zero

Transmission Complaints Co; Inverness; On-site; GBP 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Head of Technical Engineering to lead and empower engineering teams. Responsibilities include overseeing technical direction and fostering innovation to support the company’s Net Zero ambitions. The ideal candidate has an Engineering degree, experience in leading teams, and an understanding of regulatory requirements in transmission. This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary package and various flexible benefits to ensure wellbeing and family support.

Benefits

Private healthcare discounts

Gym membership discounts

Online GP and counselling service

Interest-free loans for tech and transport

Generous maternity and adoption pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and developing teams.
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent is preferred.
• Demonstrable technical knowledge across transmission disciplines.
• Experience in large complex organisations and infrastructure investment.
• Strategic mindset with a passion for innovation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of engineers across various disciplines.
• Develop the technical engineering team for future needs.
• Set technical direction and encourage innovative solutions.
• Coordinate designs to ensure quality and timely delivery.
• Collaborate extensively to represent SSEN Transmission.

Skills

Team leadership

Technical knowledge in transmission

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Education

Engineering Degree qualification

Job description

A leading energy company in Scotland seeks a Head of Technical Engineering to lead and empower engineering teams. Responsibilities include overseeing technical direction and fostering innovation to support the company’s Net Zero ambitions. The ideal candidate has an Engineering degree, experience in leading teams, and an understanding of regulatory requirements in transmission. This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary package and various flexible benefits to ensure wellbeing and family support.