Senior HVDC Engineer
The Opportunity
Arup seeks a highly capable and motivated specialist HVDC engineer to join our High Voltage Technical team in Manchester, Birmingham or Bristol. You will work on a growing pipeline of HVDC projects – from interconnectors and offshore wind to innovative HVDC technology and infrastructure – and help drive the energy transition through the delivery of resilient and sustainable solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of HVDC projects within a team or independently.
- Contribute to bids and business‑development initiatives.
- Translate client requirements into innovative, pragmatic, and cost‑effective HVDC solutions.
- Provide technical leadership in project interface management and risk mitigation.
Qualifications
- Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Systems or similar.
- Strong technical HVDC experience, including interconnectors, offshore wind farms and related projects.
- Extensive knowledge of HVDC systems, converter station layouts, standards, and technical specifications.
- Experience in system design, studies, project interface management and technical risk management.
- Familiarity with UK and international transmission network grid connection processes and Grid Codes.
- Experience with HVDC pre‑commissioning, commissioning activities, FATs, SATs and operational/asset management.
- Knowledge of power system analysis software (PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD, EMTP‑ATP).
- Power system consultancy experience.
- Ability and willingness to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas.
- Preferably a Chartered Engineer or progressing toward chartership with the IET.
Benefits
Arup offers a competitive total reward package that includes private medical insurance, life assurance, accident insurance, income protection, profit‑share, and a range of flexible benefits to support health, wellbeing and learning opportunities. The role also provides career growth, a collaborative work environment and the chance to contribute to high‑impact HVDC projects.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Arup is an equal‑opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those who are pregnant or on family leave, and we are committed to making our recruitment process accessible to all candidates.
