A HVDC Electrical Engineer for a 6‑month contract based in Manchester.
Arup is delivering expert technical advice, design and innovation on world‑leading HVDC projects across the UK, EU and globally. This ranges from HVDC interconnectors to HVDC connected offshore wind to innovation in HVDC technology and infrastructure. You will join an experienced and enthusiastic technical team, helping to drive the energy transition through delivery of innovative, resilient and sustainable HVDC infrastructure.
The role will involve leading delivery of projects within a team or as an individual as well as leading or contributing to bids and business development initiatives. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate a proven ability to understand client requirements and provide innovative yet pragmatic and cost‑effective solutions.
Key accountabilities, skills & experience
We are looking for candidates with demonstrable technical HVDC experience holding a degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Power Systems or similar. Preferably you will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership with the IET.
- Technical experience in development and delivery of HVDC projects such as interconnectors (onshore, offshore) and/or offshore wind farms.
- Extensive knowledge of HVDC systems and technologies, converter station layouts, standards.
- Experience in HVDC technical specifications, system design and studies.
- Experience in HVDC project interface management and technical risk management.
- Knowledge of UK and international transmission network grid connection processes and Grid Codes.
- Post‑graduate degree in HVDC or electrical engineering / power systems.
- Experience in HVDC pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities, FATs and SATs, operational/asset management and performance.
- Experience of power system analysis in software packages such as PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD, EMTP‑ATP.
- Power system consultancy experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel independently within the UK and occasionally overseas.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer.
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