Electrical Power Engineer, UK, Solar Projects

Would you like a challenging career with a high degree of development and responsibilities in a green company with rapid growth? Does it motivate you to be on the frontline of the renewable energy business? Would you like to build utility-scale solar PV projects? Then come and join us!

European Energy is a green energy company experiencing exponential growth. We develop, construct, and operate wind and solar PV projects globally and are at the forefront of the emerging green hydrogen/Power-to-X sectors. Our core values are the foundation of everything we do: In it together, Trust and Courage, Ambition, Excitement, Inclusion, and Agility.

Your New Team
You will be a part of European Energy UK Limited, consisting of 20 colleagues working principally from our office in Glasgow. You will also work closely with our HQ in Copenhagen, Denmark, specifically with the EPC Department and a wider network of electrical engineers.

We are a committed and motivated team where knowledge sharing, trust, and open dialogues describe the very core of our collaboration. Our project pipeline in the UK is in rapid growth. You will be hands-on in many technical, organizational, and commercial aspects with the opportunity to develop professionally and take on more responsibility over time.

Your New Role
As our new Electrical Power Engineer, you will deliver utility-scale solar (PV) projects in the UK. In due course, we expect delivery of both onshore wind, energy storage, and Power-to-X projects to form part of the UK portfolio.

The main function of the Electrical Power Engineer´s role will be to support the preparatory stages of the project, oversee the front-end engineering design (FEED), support construction teams, troubleshoot and oversee the commissioning of our electrical infrastructure, from Point Of Connection through sub- and transformer station to LV distribution networks.

You will work in closely with our project manager, construction & site manager, procurement, grid connection, design, and asset management teams to support and safeguard our projects.

Areas of Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of electrical design processes, specifications, control concepts, protection, and single-line diagrams;
• Detailed knowledge of PV plant architecture, system design, suppliers, and market standards;
• Managing the corporation with suppliers, technical advisors, and consultants to coordinate interfaces and final design;
• Competence in interpreting electrical studies such as load flow estimations, short-circuit studies, LV&MV Cable sizing and optimization calculations, LPS, system earthing, etc.;
• Support and implement commissioning and operational instructions documentation e.g., shutdown procedures; and briefing notes for owners and technical advisors.
• Supporting compliance processes and key certifications such as PAC, IAC and FAC, ION, EON and FON;
• Support our EPC targets of reducing capex by optimizing designs

Prerequisites to Progress in the Job

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, degree in STEM, or equivalent professional experience and/or certifications;
• Professional experience in electrical solar PV at commercial or utility scale;
• Good understanding of P28, G59/G99, and similar ENA recommendations and design/implementation of solutions to meet these requirements;
• Strong knowledge of relevant IEC / ISO / BS Standards including BS7671;
• Detailed knowledge of CDM, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, site safety rules, DNO requirements, switching procedures;
• You are fluent in English, both verbally and in writing;
• You are willing to travel throughout the UK (primarily) and to our head office in Denmark (periodically);
• You have a valid UK driving license

We Offer

• We promote a collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive culture where you can grow, develop, and contribute to a profitable, growing, and successful global group
• We have an entrepreneurial and agile approach to our work. In daily life, it means it is not far from thought to action, and when you are given a mandate, we trust in your abilities
• We have a shared vision for the green transition, and what we do as a company, we do together.
• We organize social events, network opportunities, and annual company trips for all colleagues globally, where we connect and promote an engaged and vibrant workplace together
• We offer remote work options and flexible working hours

European Energy Group at a Glance – The Power of Tomorrow, Today
European Energy is an international company founded in 2004 with headquarter in Copenhagen. We develop, design, finance, construct, operate, and sell wind- and solar farms on land and off-shore globally. As part of this, we are also very active in M&A activities across the full value chain. Further, we work with developing future energy solutions, e.g. Power-to-X, CO2 emission, and battery storage.

We now have more than 800 employees with 41 nationalities represented in 23 countries, and we are growing rapidly in both Copenhagen and across our global offices. We all work for our common goal to be the most innovative partner within the green transition and to create The Power of Tomorrow, Today.

Location: Glasgow, UK and/or remotely

Reporting to: Nick Badcock, Construction Director, European Energy UK

Application: Please be aware that European Energy does not receive applications via e-mail or LinkedIn messages. To be considered for a job, we kindly ask you to upload your CV directly via the "apply" button on the right.

Deadline: We evaluate applications continuously, and we will close the job ad when we have found the right candidate, so please send your application as soon as possible.

Background check: As a last step of the hiring process, a background check will be conducted on the final candidate. This is for safeguarding our operations and ensuring compliance with EU regulations for critical infrastructure. The check can include verification of identity, employment history, and criminal record.

For more information: Please contact Nicholas Badcock [email protected] or Camilla Astrup [email protected]

We look forward to receiving your application!

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Lokation: Glasgow, UK