We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Engineer -Grid Connections (with a mix of office & site based), to strengthen the business area’s Project Delivery Unit (PDU) based in our London or Glasgow office. The PDU team is responsible for the project execution of large-scale infrastructure renewable projects of onshore wind, solar and grid services across Ireland and the UK. You will report to the Project Delivery Director for Ireland & UK.

Responsibilities:

Single line diagrams and general arrangements of grid connections in support of applications, including switchgear and plant layouts, cable routes, site access, etc.
Liaison with civil, protection, telecommunication, metering and control engineering colleagues
Substation cost estimation including maintenance of database of cost components
Selection of equipment ratings based on plant and grid characteristics
Value engineering of projects in development phase
Technical specifications and tender evaluations
Auxiliary power supply designs
Short-circuit current calculations
Constructability / maintainability assessments
Contractor design document review/approval
Quality surveillance and test witnessing in supplier factories and on-site

Qualifications

University degree in engineering, with a Masters degree being an advantage.
Registerable or registered as CEng or international equivalent.
Driver’s licence, passport, and willingness to work on site in UK and Ireland.
Computer literate with demonstrable capability to use full Microsoft Office suit and ArcGIS.
Work experience in substation engineering for either network owners or consultants. National Grid TP141 certification will be an advantage.
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Structured thinker with good analysis and synthesis skills, and rigorous record-keeping.
Multi-skilled, pragmatic engineer, with an ability to manage own workload

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose – meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
Hybrid working

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