HVDC Engineer — Hybrid Power Transmission Specialist

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Gymflex scheme

Virtual GP service

Thrive programme

Flexible leave

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our offshore transmission team. You will support HVDC projects across all lifecycle stages, from technology reviews to commissioning oversight, coordinating with client teams and subcontractors.

We value collaboration, innovation and professional growth, with hybrid working options and strong opportunities to contribute to landmark projects across the UK & Ireland.

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified in Electrical Engineering (CEng or working towards).
• Demonstrable understanding of HVDC Station engineering, control & protection and system studies.
• Ability to coordinate across project disciplines, external subcontractors and remote offices to identify and mitigate technical risks and ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Interest in developing external and internal relationships and participating in working groups such as CIGRE and 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/functional specifications for HVDC converters.
• Design primary plant layouts for HVDC converter stations.
• Design reviews of HVDC control and protection.
• Provide engineering design input to major electrical power infrastructure projects across lifecycle stages.
• Coordinate with client project teams and internal team disciplines.
• Provide OEM support services.
• Supervise site pre-commissioning and commissioning oversight.
• Conduct due diligence.
• Provide technical expert services.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HVDC Station Engineering

Coordination across disciplines

Client relationships

Education

Chartered Engineer (CEng) or working towards

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our offshore transmission team. You will support HVDC projects across all lifecycle stages, from technology reviews to commissioning oversight, coordinating with client teams and subcontractors.

We value collaboration, innovation and professional growth, with hybrid working options and strong opportunities to contribute to landmark projects across the UK & Ireland.