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Specialist/ Lead Electrical Engineer

Taylor Hopkinson are proud to be engaged to lead the search for a Lead Electrical Engineer on behalf of our client, who specialise in Floating Solar.

Taylor Hopkinson are proud to be engaged to lead the search for a Lead Electrical Engineer on behalf of our client, who specialise in Floating Solar PV systems.

Role

  • Develop LV/MV electrical concepts aligned with innovative offshore floating PV technology.
  • Lead projects from pre-feasibility through to construction start, focusing on MV design and grid connection.
  • Responsible for MV design with link to grid connection solution and solar design (cost, quality and delay)
  • Ensure grid code compliance and manage technical specifications.
  • Facilitate communication with grid operators and certifiers.
  • Collaborate with the procurement department for RfQ support and supplier evaluations.
  • Conduct quality audits and assist in sourcing external engineering services and integrators.

Requirements

  • Good knowledge of HV and MV standards, electrical design experience, HV and MV systems design, LV Switchboards, UPS systems.
  • Experience in developing supply strategies.
  • Design calculation proficiency, power system study expertise (circuit, load flow, motor starting, arc flash, harmonic analysis) using software, Reporting, tools and Quality improvement.
  • Take technical responsibility for electrical design, provide construction, and O&M support on electrical topics.
  • University degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Several years of professional experience in comparable roles.
  • Strong motivation, organised, open minded, able to work independently and within a team.