The successful candidate will be responsible provide electrical expertise in the areas of project specification, design, design review, procurement, construction management and performance testing of Electrical infrastructure and services associated with company projects.
Role and Responsibilities:
- Provide professional, cost effective and value adding electrical engineering services within Renewable Energy Business Unit.
- The candidate should possess a strong knowledge of electrical engineering and in particular practical experience of managing connections to the Irish transmission system, and be well-versed in current Irish grid connection policy and regulation.
- The candidate will also actively participate in industry forums, committees and working groups, disseminating insights to enhance delivery of renewable energy projects;
- Lead the delivery of Grid Team projects, ensuring efficient delivery of works and services. Management of interactions with System Operators, electrical and civil contractors, and other key stakeholders. Actively participate in team and project meetings to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget as well as in compliance with statutory safety and health regulations.
- Management and coordination of project energisations, construction related grid outages and grid code compliance testing for renewable energy projects;
- Lead engineering and optioneering processes to derive optimal grid connection solutions. Oversee and manage technical analysis of power flows, network capacity, electrical constraint and curtailment, ensuring insights are effectively disseminated to identify the most commercially viable grid connection option. Ensure project compliance with Grid Code requirements by actively monitoring updates to Grid Code, System Operator requirements, connection policies, applying relevant changes to facilitate smooth delivery and energisation of renewable energy projects through to achieving operational certificates;
- Management of technical projects through various phases of the project lifecycle. Prepare and manage technical project tenders and contract documentation, actively monitoring, controlling and optimising costs. Oversee and analyse all aspects of design, manufacturing, processing, construction, operation and maintenance to ensure compliance with project requirements, including obligations under grid connection agreements.
Qualifications:
Highly Qualified – Holding a Level 8 Honours Degree (FETAC) in Electrical Engineering (essential). A Level 9 Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is an advantage;
Experienced in the Industry – With 10+ years of industry experience, including at least 5 years of direct experience in developing and managing 110 kV+ transmission grid connections in Ireland;
Technical Expert – Demonstrating expertise in HV electrical design and consenting for 110/220/400 kV substations,