Wanted: Senior / Principal HVDC System Design Consultant Flex Grid

Wanted: Senior / Principal HVDC System Design Consultant Flex Grid

Full-Time 56250 - 68750 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
DNV

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Develop cutting-edge HVDC transmission solutions for a sustainable energy future.
  • Company: Join DNV, a leader in assurance and risk management with a focus on energy systems.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, pension contributions, professional development, and employee discounts.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for leadership and innovation.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy transition while collaborating with diverse global teams.
  • Qualifications: Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering and hands-on HVDC project experience.

The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About The Role

Are you passionate about HVDC technology and the role it plays in advancing the energy transition? Join us at DNV as a Senior / Principal HVDC System Design Consultant and play a key part in developing cutting‑edge HVDC transmission solutions that enhance affordability, sustainability, and reliability in electricity networks worldwide.

Why DNV

You will join our innovative global FlexGrid venture, dedicated to scaling up HVDC and FACTS technologies. We work with diverse clients—utilities, system operators, developers, investors, government agencies, EPCs, and OEMs—offering services that range from Technical Advisory and Owner’s Engineering to Independent Engineering. Your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of high‑voltage electricity transmission.

What You Will Do

As our HVDC System Design Consultant you will partner with colleagues on national and international projects, collaborating with teams across DNV in areas like system studies, electrical engineering, offshore wind, permitting, environmental impact analysis, and markets.

Financial Benefits:

  • Pension Scheme with employer pension contributions up to 9%
  • Life Assurance and Income Protection
  • Reimbursement of relevant Professional Membership Fees (up to £570)
  • Access to employee retail discount site for high street and online shopping

Opportunity to grow into a people leadership or commercial leading role where you sell, lead and execute projects to help our customers succeed and promote an equitable energy transition. DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About You

We are looking for a collaborative professional who is excited to contribute their expertise in HVDC system design. If you’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions, thrive in diverse teams, and enjoy making a real impact, this role is for you.

Additionally, We Are Looking For:

  • A university degree (preferably a master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field) and several years of hands‑on experience in HVDC projects, including the different project development phases.
  • Solid technical knowledge of HVDC integration studies, software tools, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC, CIGRE, IEEE).
  • Curiosity and solution‑focused mindset, using expertise to create innovative ideas and drive opportunities.
  • Thriving in dynamic, diverse, and collaborative environments.
  • A clear communicator who excels at simplifying complex concepts, and an openness to traveling (up to 20%) to connect with clients, attend conferences, and visit project sites.

Additional Beneficial Topics

  • Familiarity with multi‑terminal HVDC systems, fault clearing strategies, multi‑vendor interoperability, and HVDC equipment procurement processes and strategies.
  • Experience using industrial simulation tools (e.g., PSS®E, PSCAD, PSLF).

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country‑specific laws and practices.

Wanted: Senior / Principal HVDC System Design Consultant Flex Grid employer: DNV

DNV is an excellent employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will benefit from professional development opportunities and a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation. Located in Loughborough, the flexible hybrid working conditions and comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and pension contributions, make DNV a rewarding place to advance your career.

DNV

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DNV Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Wanted: Senior / Principal HVDC System Design Consultant Flex Grid

HVDC System Design
Electrical Engineering
Technical Advisory
Owner’s Engineering
Independent Engineering
Integration Studies
Software Tools