Senior HVDC Electrical Engineer
Arup · Bristol, England ·
Overview
In this role you will lead HVDC project delivery within Arup’s High Voltage Technical team, supporting energy transition initiatives across the UK and beyond. You will work on a variety of HVDC projects, from interconnectors to offshore wind, shaping innovative and cost-effective solutions for clients. You’ll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to manage interfaces and risks, and support bids and business development. This is a chance to contribute to high-impact infrastructure that underpins sustainable power systems, with opportunities to grow into leadership and chartered status.
Pay / Benefits
- Private medical insurance
- Life assurance
- Accident insurance
- Income protection
- Flexible benefits
- Profit Share
Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of HVDC projects (onshore/offshore) or as part of a team
- Contribute to bids and business development initiatives
- Understand client requirements and translate into innovative, cost-effective solutions
- Manage technical interfaces and risks across HVDC projects
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with Grid Codes
- Support pre-commissioning, commissioning activities and asset management (desirable)
Key requirements
- Strong HVDC experience with development and delivery of HVDC projects
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Systems (or similar)
- Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership with IET (preferred)
- Knowledge of HVDC systems, converter station layouts, standards
- Experience in HVDC specifications, system design and studies
- HVDC project interface management and technical risk management
- Knowledge of UK/international grid connection processes and Grid Codes
- Ability to travel within the UK and occasionally overseas (desirable)
- Client-focused communication
- Strong collaboration and teamwork
- Analytical problem-solving and pragmatism
- HVDC systems and technologies
- Converter station layouts and standards
- HVDC technical specifications, system design and studies
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