Senior Mechanical & Projects Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 8, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Base Location: Tarbert Generation Station, V31.
Salary: €65,300 - €97,900 depending on skills and experience + performance-related bonus + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time
The role
As Senior Mechanical & Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in maintaining the safe, reliable and efficient operation of critical generation assets across Tarbert Station and the Peaking Plants. Working as part of the Engineering team, you'll provide expert mechanical engineering and project delivery support, driving asset integrity, preventative maintenance strategies, outage planning and capital projects that support both operational performance and long-term business objectives.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you'll contribute to the development and delivery of short and long-term asset plans, ensuring engineering excellence and continuous improvement across the site.
Some of your other main accountabilities will include;
- Lead the maintenance and improvement of mechanical plant and equipment, ensuring high standards of safety, reliability, availability and efficiency.
- Deliver engineering projects from concept through to commissioning, including business case development, specification, procurement, contractor management and implementation.
- Manage maintenance activities, budgets and contractor resources to support safe and efficient plant operation.
- Develop and maintain engineering records, technical documentation and asset history to support compliance requirements and audits.
- Provide technical advice and engineering support to operational teams while contributing to the station's engineering strategy and future investment plans.
To be successful in this role, we would love you to have;
- A degree or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering.
- Extensive experience within power generation, petrochemical or heavy industry environments, with expertise in rotating equipment, pressure systems and mechanical balance of plant.
- A strong understanding of business processes and corporate engineering governance, with the ability to ensure process plant operations and maintenance comply with regulatory and company standards within the energy or heavy industry sectors.
- Proven experience delivering engineering projects in operational environments, from developing business cases, scopes of work and technical specifications through to contractor management and successful delivery.
- Contractor management experience, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with OEMs, suppliers and contractors.
- Knowledge of SHE standards, supported by a proven track record of safe delivery; a NEBOSH certificate would be desirable.
About SSE
SSE’s purpose is to be restless every day until we make electricity clean, affordable and available for all.
We do this by developing, building, operating and investing in electricity infrastructure and businesses needed in the energy transition. This includes electricity transmission and distribution networks, onshore and offshore wind farms, hydro-electric power and flexible thermal generation. We also provide products and services for businesses and other customers.
Our investment plan will see SSE invest £33bn in critical electricity infrastructure to 2030.
SSE Thermal help keep electricity available for millions of people while pioneering low-carbon technologies. From ground-breaking carbon capture and storage projects to plans for what might be the world's first hydrogen-fired power station, we're transforming how flexible power supports a cleaner electricity system.
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 Pamela Hendry on [email protected] or 01738 342002 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.