Hybrid HVDC Engineer — Offshore Transmission Expert

WSP in the UK & Ireland; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Thrive wellbeing program

Gymflex discounts

Job summary

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an electrical engineer to join our offshore transmission team, supporting HVDC projects across lifecycle stages from design to commissioning. You will work with asset owners and operators to deliver robust HVDC solutions.

The role offers hybrid working across the UK, opportunities for professional growth, and exposure to landmark projects at scale within a global engineering leader.

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

Skills

Electrical Engineering

HVDC Engineering

Project Coordination

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

CEng or working towards

Job description

WSP in the UK & Ireland is seeking an electrical engineer to join our offshore transmission team, supporting HVDC projects across lifecycle stages from design to commissioning. You will work with asset owners and operators to deliver robust HVDC solutions.

The role offers hybrid working across the UK, opportunities for professional growth, and exposure to landmark projects at scale within a global engineering leader.