Reference: 170303

Electrical Engineer - WTG Package - Offshore Wind

Eden Scott are pleased to be supporting their Offshore Wind Developer client with the appointment of an Electrical Engineer to join their WTG team. Reporting into the WTG Director this position is offered as an initial 12 month Outside IR35 Contract with a day rate of between 450 and 550 per day.

The position is offered on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 2 days per month expected in the Edinburgh office.

As an Electrical Engineer in WTG Package, you will play a critical role in the specification, design, analysis and optimisation of electrical power systems, focusing on the integration and interfacing of the wind turbine generator with the offshore wind farm electrical system. Your deep understanding will enable you to contribute to the safe, efficient development and construction of the offshore wind farm.

Main responsibilities will include:

Ensure that safety by design is applied considering the engineering, construction, operational and decommissioning phases; and that health and environmental issues are considered at all stages of the engineering process;
Contribute to risk assessments and mitigation strategies to ensure the successful execution of offshore wind project
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, analyse, and optimise electrical systems for offshore wind projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and regulations
Ensure the Interface / Responsibility matrix is up to date and package is delivering on the plan through regular coordination
Responsible for the technical management of the WTG elements of wind farm overall system design (i.e. studies, protection, SCADA, etc.);
Review power system studies, fault analysis, and protection coordination to ensure the reliability and safety of offshore wind electrical systems
Electrical point of contact for detailed interface management between WTG Package and transmission works package, WTG substructure and array cable (marine works) package;
Provide technical support during project development, construction, commissioning, and operational phases, addressing any electrical engineering challenges that may arise
Interface with contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure effective communication and project progression.
Main point of contact with Senior WTG Engineer for administration of the electrical elements of the WTG contract (i.e. have all technical requirements of the contract been met?);
Develop project documentation such as the project's Basis of Design, Scopes of Work for contractors, and Requirement Specifications for packages
Develop engineering documentation such as technical notes, reports, decision logs and change notes.
Supervise contractor activities and review contractor deliverables to ensure that design packages stay consistent with the Basis of Design and project requirements. Develop and respond to comment sheets and technical queries.

Requirements:

Experienced Electrical Engineer
Experience working on WTG packages
Able to be in Edinburgh 2 days per month

To apply for the position please send your CV to Stuart Mitchell at Eden Scott.