Engineers with Experience in Feasibility Site Selection and Site Layout in Offshore Wind

• Forretningsområde: Energi
• Land: Danmark
• Kontor: Allerød
• Ansættelsesvarighed: Permanent (Full-time)
• Ansøgningsfrist: Behandles løbende

NIRAS is an international consulting company with activities within Building and Infrastructure, Process industry, Utilities, Environment and Nature, Climate, Energy, Planning and Development Consulting. Our 2700 specialists solve the challenges of our customers based on our values - we listen, we learn, we deliver. We believe that cooperation, knowledge sharing and creativity are the way to create the best value for our customers. We have a turnover of approx. DKK 2 billion from offices in more than 30 countries in Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. NIRAS is an equal opportunity employer with a focus on the SDG goals. We value diversity in all its forms and welcome and appreciate applications from all qualified candidates.

We are seeking experienced engineers with a strong background in feasibility, site selection and site layout for offshore wind projects. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the offshore wind industry, focusing on various critical aspects in the project development phase.

The position is part of the Marine, Geotech, Tunnel and Bridges business unit, where the offshore engineering market area, competences and experience are embedded in two departments respectively in offshore structures and the coastal & offshore department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct feasibility studies for offshore wind sites, evaluating potential locations based on technical, economic, and regulatory factors.
• Design and assess constructions and foundations, turbines, and cable systems with a focus on cost analysis (CAPEX, OPEX, ABEX).
• Analyze the economics of potential projects, including levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and other financial metrics.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for offshore wind projects.
• Assess grid connection options and requirements for integrating offshore wind farms into the national grid.
• Evaluate site conditions and their impact on project feasibility, including distance to port and other logistical considerations.

About you:

• Positions are available at various experience levels: Junior 1-3 years, Advanced 3-7 years, Senior 7-14 years, Principal 14-25 years, Chief 25+ years.
• Proven expertise in feasibility studies, including site selection and layout planning.
• Strong understanding of construction and foundation design, turbine technology, and cable systems.
• Experience with cost estimation and financial analysis in the context of offshore wind projects.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to offshore wind.
• Familiarity with grid connection processes and requirements.
• Ability to assess various site conditions and their implications for project viability.

Join the GREENsition
NIRAS has decided to significantly increase its contribution to the green energy transition over the next decade. The ambition is to become the leading advisor on renewable energy in Scandinavia. The strategic initiative – which we call GREENsition – involves massive investments in research and development, competence development, partnerships, and recruitment within wind energy, electricity, and green fuels. Can you make a difference in the transition to renewable energy? And do you want to contribute to advancing the energy sector in an exciting knowledge-based company?

How to apply
Apply via the link on our website. Feel free to provide a link to your LinkedIn profile in your application; we prefer to view resumes on this platform if your profile is up to date. Interviews will be ongoing until we find the perfect match. For further questions, contact Thor Ugelvig Petersen, [email protected]