HVDC Systems Engineer for Offshore Projects

WSP USA

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WSP UK is recruiting for an experienced Electrical Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary offshore transmission team, supporting HVDC projects through all lifecycle stages. You will provide expert technical advice, design primary plant layouts, and coordinate with client project teams.

The role offers hybrid working across the UK, opportunities for Chartership, and exposure to landmark HVDC developments with global professionals.

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 actively developing external (client) and internal relationships and participating in working groups such as CIGRE, IET and other professional bodies.

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 infrastructural development projects through various 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