HVDC Systems Engineer – Offshore Transmission Specialist

WSP Global Inc.

United Kingdom

Hybrid

GBP 70,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

WSP Global Inc. is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to join our offshore transmission team in the United Kingdom.

You will support asset owners and operators of HVDC systems through all lifecycle stages, providing technical expertise in design reviews, factory testing, inspections, and commissioning. The role requires Chartered Engineer status or active pursuit, strong understanding of HVDC stations, and ability to coordinate diverse project teams across multiple sites.

Qualifications

CEng or working towards is required.
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

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.
Provide Technical expert services.