Offshore Substation Facilities Engineer

RWE; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. is seeking a Substation Facilities Engineer to join the Electrical Components Team and help progress offshore wind projects through development, construction and operation.

You will contribute to safe, robust offshore substation designs focusing on facilities, auxiliary and low-voltage systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, consultants and suppliers.

Qualifications

• A university degree, or equivalent qualification, in an engineering discipline.
• Several years of relevant professional experience as an offshore substation specialist.
• Strong expertise in the design, fabrication and testing of offshore substation facilities.
• Experience in preparing technical specifications and supporting technical negotiations.
• Fluent written and spoken English; able to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise for offshore substation facilities, auxiliary systems and LV systems throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Develop robust designs covering building fabric, drainage, cable and pipework systems, HVAC, batteries and UPS.
• Prepare technical specifications and verify compliance by consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Support tendering, contracting, procurement and project management activities for offshore components.
• Coordinate mechanical and electrical works at fabrication and construction sites with safety in design focus.
• Manage interfaces with other project packages including substations, cables and SCADA.
• Lead supplier prequalification activities, factory audits and root cause analyses.

Skills

Offshore substation design

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd. is seeking a Substation Facilities Engineer to join the Electrical Components Team and help progress offshore wind projects through development, construction and operation.

You will contribute to safe, robust offshore substation designs focusing on facilities, auxiliary and low-voltage systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, consultants and suppliers.