technical analyst - wind farm cost and energy optimisation

Base Location: Glasgow (Flexible)

Salary: £32,900 - £49,300 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible working options available

What is the Role?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Analyst specialising in Wind Farm Cost and Energy Optimisation to join the Technical Analysis team. You will be responsible for building, maintaining and running technical cost and energy analysis tools which will be used to inform key decisions on the design and development of SSE's multi-billion pound offshore wind farm development portfolio.

You will work with structural, mechanical, electrical engineers, construction and operations specialists, to develop technical cost models, as well as commercial and financial analysts to integrate these cost models into project-level decision-making. As part of the Technical Analysis team, you will also work closely with wind analysts and gain significant exposure to energy yield modelling, layout design, acoustic and operational data analysis. You will also perform in-house R&D on related topics.

Although the base location of this role is flexible, there will be a requirement for the successful candidate to work from our Glasgow office 2 or 3 times a week/attend key meetings, once we start to return to normal.

What do I need?

To be successful in your application you will be educated to degree level in physical science, engineering or other highly numerate degree. You will be a proficient programmer with a track record of finding code-based solutions to technical problems. Prior experience of technical cost modelling within an engineering environment would be of great benefit, as would experience in the offshore wind industry.

You'll have strong communication and interpersonal skills as it will be required to communicate to a variety of stakeholders and interact with multi-disciplined project teams. You'll be a clear, professional and impactful when it comes to presenting your analysis, with excellent report writing skills. Most of all, you'll be enthusiastic about working at the cutting edge of best-practice, seeking out innovative solutions to complex problems during a crucial period for the wind industry.

About our Business

SSE Renewables is a leading developer and operator of renewable energy, with growth ambitions to treble our renewable energy output by 2030. We drive new growth by identifying, developing, building and operating high quality assets across the UK, Ireland and internationally. As our ambitions and projects grow, so do our teams, meaning we can offer a great selection of opportunities, training and development to support your career.

Life at SSE

If you're considering a career with us, you're probably wondering what's in it for you? From health and wellness to finances and family, we're proud of our benefits package which includes 34 days holiday (plus the option to buy additional days), enhanced maternity and paternity leave, discounted healthcare and a wide range of offers via our SSE Advantage scheme.

At SSE we're proud to celebrate difference. We all have different skills, experience and backgrounds and we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture where you can be yourself. We take pride in a job well done and share the belief that an inclusive culture is key to our success and vision for the future. Above all, safety is at the heart of everything we do at SSE and we live by the mantra 'if it's not safe, we don't do it'.

SSE is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application and assessment process, and upon joining SSE.

Next Steps

All applications should be submitted online, and I'll be back in touch after the vacancy closing date to let you know the outcome.

If you would like to discuss any working differently requirements or adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process, please contact Pamela on 0141 224 7070.

Before commencing employment with SSE, you'll be required to fully complete our pre-employment screening process consisting of a basic criminal records and credit check.

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