Electrical Engineer

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Vacancy: Electrical Engineer

Location: County Durham

Salary : negotiable upon experience

Call: Grahame 07379049317

Email:grahame@agmconstructionrecruitment.co.uk

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Electrical Engineer

Reports to:Operations & Grid DirectorLocation:DurhamDivision:Grid and Operations

Overall Objectives:The Electrical Engineer will be crucial in supporting our client’s journey to net-zero. The role involves developing, building, and operating renewable energy projects, including onshore wind farms, solar parks, battery storage, and other flexible energy generation sites.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the Operations and Grid Director in optimising grid connections.

• Assist the business development team with grid input and assessments.

• Conduct feasibility studies and technical assessments, including site analysis and grid connection studies.

• Estimate ongoing charges for future projects.

• Prepare and submit G99 and/or transmission applications.

• Manage the delivery and progress of multiple grid connection contracts.

• Handle grid payments, including securities and liabilities.

• Resolve technical, legal, or commercial queries in grid offers.

• Improve efficiencies through data analysis and reviews of energy use and losses on operational assets.

• Provide Independent Connection Provider and electrical balance of plant tendering support.

• Deliver technical input to service energy market understanding and opportunities.

• Develop technical specifications and requirements for electrical components and systems.

• Draft requirements for tendering and review tender submissions.

• Ensure projects comply with UK regulations, standards, and safety protocols.

• Stay updated with advancements in renewable energy technologies and industry best practices.

• Provide training and mentorship to less experienced engineers and other team members.

Key Performance Objectives:

• Grid assessment turnaround times.

• Grid connections management – cost/time/quality.

• Independent Connection Provider (ICP) and electrical balance of plant tender scope accuracy and programme delivery.

• Adhere to the Health and Safety Plan and relevant legislation and guidance.

Key Contacts:

• Reports directly to the Operations and Grid Director.

• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical engineers, civil engineers, project managers, planners, and environmental scientists.

• Interacts with external stakeholders like Distribution Network Operators, Transmission owners, Electricity Systems Operators, and Independent Connection providers.

• Represents the company at networking events when required.

Working Environment:Based at the Rainton Bridge Head Office with visits to the Hamilton, Scotland office, project sites, and DNO offices.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience:Essential:

• Graduate or equivalent in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.

• Full UK driving licence.

• Minimum 5 years’ PQE within a renewable energy networks company or consultancy.

• Experience in HV/EHV.

• Interest in decarbonisation, net-zero, networks, and generation.

Personal Qualities/Competencies:

• Enthusiastic self-starter capable of managing a fast-paced environment.

• Diligent with high attention to detail.

• Good judgment, logical decision-making, and a hands-on approach.

• Strong planning ability with multitasking skills.

• Role model consistent with company values.

• Excellent communication skills, able to liaise with senior management and technical functions.

• Effective team player delivering results under pressure and strict deadlines.

• Positive and enthusiastic attitude towards technical challenges.

• Professional and proactive approach.