Head of Electrical Engineering

Location: Greece (Heraklion, Attica) + Travel to project sites

Benefits: Competitive Salary, Company Vehicle, Travel Expenses, Company Equipment + Local Benefits

Profile: We are searching for an experienced professional to lead the Electrical Engineering Department with end-to-end responsibility for the design, procurement, construction, testing/commissioning, and operation of HV/MV substations and transmission centres (AIS & GIS up to 400 kV), as well as grid connections for PV, Wind, and BESS projects. This includes MV networks, fiber optics, protection & control systems, SLDs, layouts — ensuring safety, quality, cost efficiency, and adherence to schedule.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Key Leadership Responsibilities: Coordinate and monitor the progress of all electrical works (in-house and subcontractors) per project and overall program; Organize, lead, and develop the company’s Electrical Engineering team (office & site); Define KPIs for safety, quality, cost, and schedule; develop and update master schedules.
• Technical Responsibilities: Primary and secondary design of HV/MV substations; Preparation and review of SLDs, layouts, and protection & control schemes; Technical documentation, as-built drawings, and methodologies; Liaison with ADMIE, DEDDIE, EPC contractors, consultants, and clients for technical approvals.
• Procurement Responsibilities: Preparation of technical specifications and RFQs; Technical and commercial evaluation of offers; preparation of comparison tables; Verification of pricing against compliance and scope; Value engineering, identification of deviations, and cost optimization; Negotiations and clarifications with suppliers; documentation review (including FAT).
• Tendering & Proposals Responsibilities: Analysis of tender documents, technical specifications, and contractual terms for HV/MV and renewable energy projects; Preparation of comprehensive technical proposals for substations, transmission centres, and grid connection projects (PV, Wind, BESS); Definition of technical solutions, SLDs, and conceptual layouts at proposal stage; Cost estimation (costing) for electrical works and preparation of budgets; Collection and evaluation of quotations from suppliers and subcontractors; Preparation of commercial offers in collaboration with Finance/Commercial Department; Preparation of BOQs, comparison tables, and supporting documentation; Identification of technical and commercial risks (risk assessment) and mitigation proposals; Value engineering proposals to enhance competitiveness and cost efficiency; Participation in clarification meetings with clients (clarifications/negotiations); Support during negotiation and contract finalization stage; Ensuring compliance with proposals with regulations (ADMIE, DEDDIE, IEC, EN, etc.); Cross-functional collaboration (engineering, procurement, project management) for the delivery of reliable and competitive proposals.
• Site / Field Responsibilities: Supervision of HV/MV installations (busbars, power transformers, protection & control panels); Coordination of subcontractors and site teams, ensuring HSE and quality compliance; Participation in testing, commissioning, and energization; Review of drawings, methodologies, and as-built documentation; Supervision of MV networks and fiber optics installation, terminations, and connections; Supervision of power transformer assembly and primary equipment installation; Execution of MV cable testing.
• Operations, Maintenance & Safety: Inspections in wind farms and substations for operation, faults, control cabins, and turbine markings; Monitoring, recording, and reporting of preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance; Review of maintenance and project reports; Ensuring isolation/lockout of installations, proper use of PPE, and adherence to safety measures prior to any work; Execution/approval of switching operations in LV/MV/HV equipment.
• Compliance & Collaboration: Delivery of services accurately and on time in compliance with laws, standards, and engineering best practices; Adherence to project deadlines and schedules; Review of studies/designs (internal or external) and timely identification of required corrections or additions; Proposal for optimal techno-economic solutions; Provision of clarifications, corrections, or amendments when required; Collaboration with all disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.

Ideal Background:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 20+ years of experience in HV/MV substations and transmission centres (110–400 kV), AIS and/or GIS
• Direct involvement in grid connection projects for PV, Wind, or BESS
• Proven experience in procurement (technical & commercial) and EPC/site environments
• Strong knowledge of HSE standards, regulations, and Greek legislation
• Very good command of English
• Strong leadership skills, stakeholder management, and willingness to travel across Greece

Desirable:

• Experience in FAT/SAT testing, relay settings, and SCADA/telecom interoperability
• HSE or Project Management certifications (e.g., PMP, PM2)
• Experience in value engineering and cost control

The Company: NES Fircroft are currently working on behalf of a global power technology business which has a presence in almost 100 countries. Leading innovation for over a century, they partake in offering products, solutions and services within the energy industry. Helping their customers improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions. With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.