Offshore Commissioning Engineer

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Location:

Based offshore on 2/2 week rota on Service Operation Vessel (SOV), currently mobilising from Hartlepool.

Salary: £54,952 - £64,738 + performance related bonus + shift allowance + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent - Offshore

As an Offshore Commissioning Engineer
, you’ll play a critical role in bringing major offshore wind assets safely to life. Working across Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) and Transition Piece systems
, you’ll support commissioning activities from onshore construction through to offshore energisation and final handover to Operations & Maintenance.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced offshore environment, enjoys working closely with contractors and project teams, and takes pride in delivering complex systems safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

• Support onshore and offshore commissioning activities across the Dogger Bank offshore wind portfolio through to commissioning completion.
• Provide accurate reporting on commissioning progress, site activities, schedule, and risks, ensuring alignment with project plans and company procedures.
• Participate in pre-energisation and system readiness activities, ensuring systems are safe, compliant, and ready for energisation.
• Interface effectively with contractors and joint venture partners, reviewing commissioning documentation, punch lists, and resolving issues via the project completions system.
• Promote high standards of safety, quality, and delivery, aligned with SSE’s Safety Family culture and project expectations.

• Experience in an electrical engineering environment, with exposure to LV/HV systems including HV cables, 66kV switch gear, WTG electrical systems, and SCADA.
• Knowledge of offshore wind farm construction, commissioning, or operations, gained in the UK or a comparable industrial sector.
• A relevant technical qualification or apprenticeship, preferably in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience as a Senior Authorised Person up to 66kV, or familiarity with WTSR or Operational Safety Rules (training can be provided).
• Strong coordination and reporting skills, with the ability to manage multiple work streams and work collaboratively across project interfaces.

Additional travel may be required in UK and Europe based on Project requirements.

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 windfarms, 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.

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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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.

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.