Associate HVDC Engineer | Hybrid Work & Growth

WSP Global Inc.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Associate HVDC Engineer to join our offshore transmission team. You will support asset owners and operators through all project lifecycle stages, providing expert HVDC engineering input and coordinating across disciplines to mitigate risks.

The role offers hybrid working across the UK with opportunities to mentor a team of HVDC and Electrical Engineers. You will engage in technology reviews, bid support, and design of HVDC converters, while developing client

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer (CEng or working towards).
• Understanding of HVDC Station Engineering, Control & Protection, and System Studies.
• Ability to coordinate across disciplines, external subcontractors and remote offices to identify and mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Interest in developing client and internal relationships and participating in professional bodies like CIGRE, IET.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical advice for HVDC OEM design reviews.
• Witness HVDC OEM factory testing, on-site inspections, and commissioning of HVDC projects.
• Develop HVDC projects including technology review/selection and bid preparation/review.
• Develop technical specifications for HVDC converters.
• Design primary plant layouts for HVDC Converter stations.
• Design reviews of HVDC Control and Protection.
• Coordinate with client teams and internal disciplines.
• Provide OEM Support Services.
• Supervise site pre-commissioning and commissioning oversight.
• Provide technical expert services.
• Manage a team of HVDC & Electrical Engineers.

Skills

HVDC engineering

Project coordination

Regulatory compliance

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

CEng (or working towards)

Job description

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an Associate HVDC Engineer to join our offshore transmission team. You will support asset owners and operators through all project lifecycle stages, providing expert HVDC engineering input and coordinating across disciplines to mitigate risks.

The role offers hybrid working across the UK with opportunities to mentor a team of HVDC and Electrical Engineers. You will engage in technology reviews, bid support, and design of HVDC converters, while developing client