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Hvdc electrical engineer

Bolton
Arup CWS
Electrical engineer
Posted: 11h ago
The role

Dedicated to sustainable development, Arup is a collective of designers, consultants and experts working globally.

The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
At Arup you will have the opportunity to collaborate on ambitious projects - delivering remarkable outcomes for clients and communities, and to do socially useful work that has meaning.
Arup's purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set it apart for over 75 years, and now is your opportunity to join.

Job description - the role

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies.
We partner with Arup to support their contingent recruitment processes. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed.

On Behalf of Arup, we are looking for a HVDC Electrical Engineerfor a 6-month contract based in Manchester.

Arup is delivering expert technical advice, design and innovation on world leading HVDC projects across the UK, EU and globally. This ranges from HVDC interconnectors to HVDC connected offshore wind to innovation in HVDC technology and infrastructure. You will join an experienced and enthusiastic technical team, helping to drive the energy transition through delivery of innovative, resilient and sustainable HVDC infrastructure. The role will involve leading delivery of projects within a team or as an individual as well as leading or contributing to bids and business development initiatives. The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate a proven ability to understand client requirements and provide innovative yet pragmatic and cost-effective solutions.

Candidate Profile: Key accountabilities, skills & experience

We are looking for candidates with demonstrable technical HVDC experience holding a degree in Electrical Engineering /Electrical Power Systems or similar. Preferably you will be a Chartered Engineer or working towards chartership with the IET.

We are particularly interested in the skills and experience below:

  • Technical experience in development and delivery of HVDC projects such as interconnectors (onshore, offshore) and/or offshore wind farms.
  • Extensive knowledge of HVDC systems and technologies, converter station layouts, standards.
  • Experience in HVDC technical specifications, system design and studies.
  • Experience in HVDC project interface management and technical risk management.
  • Knowledge of UK and international transmission network grid connection processes and Grid Codes.

Desirable requirements would include:

  • Post-graduate degree in HVDC or electrical engineering / power systems;
  • Experience in HVDC pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, FATs and SATs, operational/asset management and performance.
  • Experience of power system analysis in software packages such as PowerFactory, PSS/E PSCAD EMTP-ATP;
  • Power system consultancy experience.
  • Ability and willingness to travel independently within the UK and occasionally overseas.

About the client

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. Guided by its values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, Arup creates and contributes to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup's internal employee networks support their inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - creating a space for everyone to express themselves and make a positive difference.


If you are interested in applying for this position and meet the criteria outlined above, please click the link to apply and speak to one of our Sourcing Specialists.


AMS are committed to providing all our candidates with the opportunity to perform at their best throughout the recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments during the screening process and we will work with you and Arup to identify the best solution to meet your requirements. xsngvjr AMS, a Recruitment Process Outsourcing Company, may in the delivery of some of its services be deemed to operate as an Employment Agency or an Employment Business.


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