Taylor Hopkinson are proudly engaged with our industry-leading client who are looking for a UK renewable-energy project experienced Technical Director to join the team and lead on their BESS projects throughout the UK.
Role
* Provide technical and commercial leadership for HV design power system modelling, BESS technology and Connection agreements
* Oversee contract negotiations and ensure cost optimisation and risk mitigation related to grid integration, substation design, and contracts
* Ensure compliance with UK Grid code, CUSC and Grid Connection Agreements to drive project's viability and financial success
* You'll provide your own specialist expertise, ideally within HV design, grid connections and BESS, and supplement additional expertise required through established contractor
* Undertake technology and contractor technical reviews for BESS and renewable projects, ensuring compatibility, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance
* Manage technical due diligence and the relationship with Lenders Technical Advisors and Owners Engineers
Requirements
* Bachelors of Electrical Engineering with related experience
* Demonstrable success in engineering for energy infrastructure including hands-on design experience
* Expertise in multiple of the following key areas: Substations, HV switchgear, HV protection, bulk earthworks and power system modelling
* Able to balance Technical and Commercial priorities
* Expertise in Substation design and UK grid connection processes (National Grid ESO, CUSC)
* Successful experience negotiating contracts with technology providers and BoP/EPC contractors
* Able to work on a hybrid model from the London office (roughly 2-3 days per week in office)