Deputy SM – Wind & Civil

This document defines the
minimum and preferred recruitment requirements for hiring a Senior
Electrical Engineer responsible for electrical engineering governance, grid
integration, construction support, commissioning and operational readiness of utility-scale
renewable energy projects, including Wind, Solar PV and Battery Energy
Storage Systems (BESS).The role
applies to large-scale projects (typically >200 MW) and is intended
for positions acting as Owner, Owner’s Engineer or Electrical Technical
AuthorityAct as electrical technical authority for Wind, Solar
PV and BESS projects.➢ Define, maintain and enforce
Owner electrical standards, design criteria and design philosophies.➢ Review, challenge and approve
EPC and OEM electrical designs, studies, specifications and calculations.➢ Oversee MV and HV
electrical systems, including substations, transformers, switchgear and
export systems.➢ Lead grid connection
activities, including grid code compliance and coordination with utilities
and TSOs.➢ Manage electrical interfaces
between Wind, Solar PV, BESS, substations, transmission lines and SCADA
systems.Support procurement activities, including technical
evaluation of electrical equipment and suppliers.Support construction, commissioning, testing, energization and achievement
of Commercial Operation Date (COD).Provide electrical input to contractual, commercial and
technical risk management discussions.Substation design with demonstrated experience in the design of
high-voltage substations up to 400 kV or above included works on site for the
construction..Support Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and Asset
Management teams post-COD, including failure analysis and performance
optimizationRequirements Minimum 15 years of professional experience in
electrical engineering within power generation or renewable energy projects.7–10 years of direct experience in one of this
technologies Wind, Solar PV and BESS projects.Proven experience on projects above 200 MW, standalone
or hybrid.Experience working under EPC, multi-contract or
Owner-managed delivery models.Experience working with utilities,
IPPs, EPC contractors, OEMs or engineering consultants.Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical
Engineering .English proficiency B2–C1 .Technology-Specific ExperienceCandidates should demonstrate strong experience in at least
one technology; multi-technology profiles are preferred.WindMV collector systems and turbine electrical interfacesWind farm substations and grid complianceSCADA and plant control interfacesSolar PVDC/AC systems, inverter technologies and MV stationsGrid code compliance and performance testingSCADA and plant control interfacesBESSPCS, EMS/BMS, transformers and protection schemesElectrical safety concepts and commissioningIntegration with PV and/or Wind plantsSCADA and plant control interfacesHybrid Systems•                    Hybrid plants integrating
Wind, Solar PV and BESS at plant and grid level Technical Competencies•                    Power system studies: load
flow, short circuit, protection.•                    Electrical systems,
including MV/HV substations, transformers, switchgear and grid connection
facilities.•                    Commissioning and
performance testing.•                    Renewable energy plant
electrical design principles.•                    Grid code compliance,
interconnection requirements and utility coordination•                    SCADA, PPC, EMS (Energy
Management System) , BMS (Batteries )and plant control systems.•                    Commissioning and testing
procedures.•                    Reliability runs and
performance tests.•                    Construction sequencing and
critical path management.•                    Project controls, including
Primavera P6 or equivalent planning tools.•                    Risk management and
mitigation planning.•                    Quality control and
inspection test plans.•                    Interface management
between multiple contractors and technologies.Contractual and Commercial ExperienceCandidates should demonstrate solid understanding of
electrical project contracts, including:Electrical EPC ContractsSupply and Installation AgreementsElectrical O&M AgreementsGrid Connection AgreementsInterface AgreementsLender requirements and electrical technicals due diligenceElectrical performance guaranteesLiquidated damagesDelay damagesForce majeure and excusable delay provisionsChange order managementClaims managementCompletion, acceptance and electrical handover procedures Health&SafetyDemonstrated commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental
(HSE) principlesStrong understanding of electrical safety risks associated
with MV and HV systems, including live equipment, switching operations,
testing activities, energisation and commissioning of Wind, Solar PV and
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).Ensure that EPC contractors, OEMs and subcontractors fully
comply with project HSE policies, electrical safety procedures, permit-to-work
systems, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) requirements and site-specific safety rules.Active participation in the preparation, review and approval of Job
Safety Analysis (JSA), Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Electrical
Switching Procedures related to electrical works.Support and oversee safe energisation, switching and
commissioning activities, ensuring proper coordination with site HSE teams,
grid operators and control room personnel.Promote a strong safety culture and “Zero Harm” mindset,
leading by example and reinforcing safe working practices across
multidisciplinary project teams.