Geotechnical Engineer

Base Location

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

Salary

£50,100 - £75,100 + car / car 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

SSEN Transmission is currently recruiting for an experienced Geotechnical Engineer to join our HVDC Project Engineering team and support our growing portfolio of land and subsea HV cable projects. You'll be assisting in the development and delivery of all the onshore and offshore geotechnical activity associated with design and installation of critical national infrastructure. You'll play a key part in delivering Net Zero.

You will

• Collaborate across disciplines to provide geotechnical insight on HVDC projects, including converter stations, landfalls, and cable routes (onshore and offshore).
• Shape and review technical scopes for geotechnical works, ensuring alignment with project needs and contract requirements.
• Support early-stage project development, including site selection, ground investigations, and feasibility studies.
• Champion safe, thoughtful design by managing geotechnical risks and contributing to CDM responsibilities as part of the Principal Designer team.
• Guide and oversee delivery, reviewing contractor designs, supervising works, and promoting a strong health and safety culture.

You have

• A degree in geotechnical engineering or a related discipline, with a strong foundation in ground investigations, earthworks, and foundations.
• Hands-on experience across the full EPC lifecycle, supporting both onshore and offshore infrastructure projects, especially cable-related ground investigations.
• Confidence in reviewing technical deliverables, including interpretive reports, foundation designs, and drilling strategies.
• A solid grasp of industry standards and regulations, including ECC contracts and CDM duties, particularly in supervisory and design roles.
• Strong communication and organisational skills, with a proactive approach to managing time and collaborating across teams.

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 own and operate 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 or 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.