HVDC Expert with German (Offshore) Freelance
Location: Cádiz, Spain (100% on-site) – with initial training in Dortmund/Hamburg
Construction of offshore HVDC converter platforms
Join FERCHAU’s international team and take the lead to ensure professional on-site installation supervision, quality assurance, and coordination of technical interfaces for offshore HVDC converter platforms.
You will act as the key technical reference on-site, driving compliance, safety, and quality standards while supporting critical installation and commissioning activities.
What You’ll Do
Installation Supervision & Quality Assurance
- Oversee mechanical, electrical, and secondary systems installation (converter modules, transformers, GIS, AC/DC cables, protection & control).
- Verify contractor deliverables and manage documentation (ITP/ITR, FAT/SAT).
- Ensure compliance with HSE and quality requirements (IEC/EN/IEEE standards).
- Conduct inspections, witness points, and root cause analyses for deviations.
- Manage defect handling, NCRs, and punch list close-out.
Project Coordination & Reporting
- Act as the interface between engineering teams (Hamburg/Dortmund) and the shipyard.
- Coordinate subcontractors and technical interfaces.
- Provide KPI-based progress reports, daily shift updates, and schedule control (S-curves, milestones).
- Support claim management and disruption documentation.
- Maintain site diary and photo documentation; lead toolbox talks and risk assessments.
Onboarding & Team Support
- Assist in onboarding new inspectors and subcontractors.
- Deliver technical training in HVDC technology and installation procedures.
- Capture lessons learned and knowledge-sharing documents.
Your Profile
Education & Experience
- Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Extensive experience in offshore HVDC projects and high-voltage installation supervision.
- Strong knowledge of IEC/EN/IEEE standards, HSE, and ISO 9001 processes.
- Proven expertise in large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
- International experience and ability to work in multicultural environments.
- Quality management and control experience (FMEA, technology qualification).
- Fluent in German and English; Spanish strongly preferred.
Certifications & Added Value
- Experience in technical committees (CIGRE, IEC, VDE) appreciated.
- Managerial experience in site supervision and team leadership.
- Knowledge-sharing and mentoring capabilities.
What We Offer
- A high-impact role in a cutting-edge offshore energy project.
- Collaborative, international environment with strong technical focus.
- Career development opportunities within a global team
- The FERCHAU culture: commitment, innovation, and human connection
Ready to take the next step? At FERCHAU, we’re ready for you.