Senior Electrical Engineer
Job Details
Full Job Description
Our client Scottish Power Renewables are seeking a Senior
Electrical Engineer for a long-term contract role based in Glasgow.
Main Purpose of Job
The Senior Electrical Engineer
is responsible for the specification and technical delivery of the
electrical engineering aspects of SPR’s onshore Renewables projects.
Commencing at conceptual stages projects are to be technically
specified and delivered through development, planning application,
tendering, design, construction and commissioning phases in line with
the programme. This includes Grid Application and all system design to
ensure that the design complies with the project requirements.
Projects will consist Wind Generation, Solar PV, Energy Storage
Systems and other new technologies.
Reporting to the Lead
Electrical Engineer, the Senior Electrical Engineer will be
responsible for technically managing the day-to-day aspects of
electrical engineering design and delivery of assigned projects and
ensure support is given to the Project Managers and other internal
stakeholders. They will lead on the technical delivery and guide and
support the electrical Engineering resources assigned to them to them
ensuring that technical delivery and coordination between all internal
and external third parties is maintained and design carried out in
line with SPR specifications, rules and company standards. You will
also assist the Lead Electrical Engineer with resource management
ensuring the effective deployment of electrical engineering to support
delivery of the programme of projects is optimised.
The role
will focus primarily on the specification and design of the HV
Electrical Infrastructure on new sites and also for the re-powering of
existing assets. Create electrical equipment ordering specifications
from the conceptual design through to detail design and ensure
placement of orders and the coordination of the technical flow of
information to the requirements and timescales of the project
managers. You will support the project teams with the management of
the process for obtaining new grid connections, from initial
application through to commissioning and testing. Additionally, the
role will provide generation and review of design proposals the
management and supervision of consultants and subcontractors the user
requirements definition of balance of plant control systems,
infrastructure and their interfaces.
The individual will be
working as part of the Onshore Projects & Construction Team. The
position may require periods where the individual is site based during
the construction phase of projects within the UK.
Accountabilities
• Deputise for the Lead Electrical Engineer
as required to support the business in their absence
• Assist the
Lead Electrical Engineer with co-ordination and planning of Electrical
Engineering technical resources to meet the requirements of the UK
business to support Project Delivery requirements across New Business,
Development, Design and Construction Delivery.
• Technically
coordinate all electrical engineering project deliverables between all
design third parties ensuring the project timelines are managed to the
project manager’s requirements
• Build relationships with and
liaise with wider Iberdrola Global Technical teams to ensure
coordination and collaboration of Electrical Engineering resources and
implementation of Iberdrola Global Best practice for activities
delivered across the UK Engineering team
• Participate with,
promote and manage positive H&S behaviours and competencies within the
team to ensure high standards are achieved and maintained.
•
Assist the Lead Electrical Engineer and take proactive responsibility
with coaching and mentoring of the ElectricaI Engineering team and
assist with technical training activities.
• Assist the project
teams with the management of the process of developing, designing and
constructing renewable energy assets, from initial application through
to commissioning and testing.
• Lead, coordinate and manage the
delivery of assigned projects and develop the set of technical
schedules for inclusion within design, turbine and infrastructure
contracts
• Assist in the Delivery of an agreed set of Technical
Schedules for inclusion within Electrical Design, Turbine and
Infrastructure Contracts
• Liaise and coordinate with external
suppliers and contractors to ensure delivery specifications are met
providing input on appropriate tender assessments.
• Technical
input to commercial agreements and contracts to ensure project risks
are mitigated.
• Ensure the identification, resolution,
management of technical risks, issues and impacts to projects to
mitigate hazards during their construction and operation.
•
Management of the process for obtaining new grid connections, from
initial application through to commissioning and testing.
•
Assist in the technical assessment of electrical equipment and turbine
technologies including the preparation of technical bid evaluations
during tendering.
• Deliver (on/off site) expert technical
services in support of renewable generation projects.
• Liaise
and coordinate with external suppliers and contractors to ensure
delivery specifications are met providing inputs on appropriate tender
assessments
• Ensure all technical recommendations/advice is
supported by due diligence
• Lead and recommend appropriate
technical strategies for project delivery
• Participate in Value
Engineering Workshops and support the Head of Engineering with the
development of continual improvement initiatives to drive down the
‘whole lifecycle’ costs of Renewable Energy and Storage System
Projects and into operation
• Continuously strive to look for
innovative solutions to drive down the project Capex and Opex.
•
Develop external relationships within the renewable energy sector and
out-with, to ensure that SPR and Iberdrola remain abreast of
engineering best practice.
Dimensions
•
Provide technical support and advice to development and construction
projects
• Manage and undertake general project engineering
duties within Projects & Construction Engineering Team in support of
the business
• Assist with recommendations, technical advice to
commercial teams on the requirements for the onshore supply chain
• Assist with the delivery of Electrical Engineering, strategies,
standards and specifications within SPR.
• Assist the Management
and development of Electrical Engineering team
Skills,
Knowledge & Experience
• Degree qualification in Electrical
Engineering
• Experience in supporting development & construction
phases of power generation projects
• Experience of Renewables /
Power Generation industry
• Health & Safety management skills
(NEBOSH preferred)
• Analyse technical problems, providing
creative solutions when required
• Good working knowledge of
industry standards, design and installation codes of practice and
regulations
• Excellent working knowledge of IEC and National
standards, associated with Electrical Switchgear, Major Equipment and
protection systems
• Excellent technical report writing and
presentation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal
skills
• Experienced team player who consistently delivers
against targets
• Pro-active, professional attitude and diligent
approach. Self starter who can work with the minimal supervision
• Ability to work to tight project deadlines
Minimum
Criteria
• Electrical Engineering degree qualification or
equivalent
• Significant relevant experience in Grid Connection
and electrical design
• IT literate with the ability to operate
MS office systems and other IT based project management software.
• Need to hold a driving license and be prepared to work away from
base office location as and when required.
• Chartered member of
the IEE