SSE Renewables
Control Systems Engineer
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Base Location: You'll be expected to spend 50% of your working week in one of the following locations: Perth, Glasgow, Aberdeen or Eurocentral whilst other SSE Renewables locations can be considered.
Salary: £51,600 - £77,400 + car/car allowance if applicable + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available
The Role
As a Control Systems Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering control systems for onshore and offshore renewable energy projects. Working as part of the SSE Renewables Engineering team, you'll lead the design, integration and delivery of control systems from early project development through to commissioning and handover. You'll also help shape the future of our engineering capability by driving innovation and identifying opportunities to improve performance, reduce costs and adopt new technologies.
You Will
- Lead the design, development and integration of PLC-based control systems, SCADA platforms and associated communication networks for renewable energy projects.
- Work closely with civil, mechanical and electrical engineering teams to coordinate control system requirements throughout project delivery.
- Develop technical specifications for control systems, support supplier selection, and review supplier designs to ensure they meet technical and quality standards.
- Support commissioning activities by attending Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), ensuring systems are delivered safely and perform as intended.
- Identify and implement innovative control system solutions, technologies and engineering best practices that enhance asset performance and deliver value.
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You Have
- Experience designing and configuring PLC-based control systems, including hardware, software and database configuration.
- Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, OPC, ODBC, IEC 60870-5-104 and IEC 61850.
- A good understanding of renewable energy projects or experience delivering control systems within power generation, utilities or other industrial environments.
- An understanding of operational technology (OT) cyber security principles and industry standards, including IEC 62443.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and external suppliers.
About SSE
SSE's purpose is to provide energy needed today while building a better world of energy for tomorrow. We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. Our Transforming for Growth investment plan sees us investing £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure across the five years to 2030.
SSE Renewables delivers the green energy the world needs today and tomorrow. We lead the way in the development, build and operation of renewable power assets, including wind farms, hydro power stations, and solar and battery projects. Join a global team of 1,800 energy experts powering the transition to a net zero future.
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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.
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SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Andrew.Duncan2@sse.com 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.
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