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.
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