Power Grids Senior/ Principal Consultant - Asia Pacific

RWE Renewables, Americas; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in renewable energy solutions is seeking a Consultant to join the Power Grids Consulting team in Kuala Lumpur. The successful candidate will help utilities modernize energy systems and integrate renewable sources. This role demands an engineering background and project management skills, offering a chance to impact sustainable energy practices significantly.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Generous paid leaves

Medical benefits

Training and development assistance

Company bonus/profit share

Qualifications

• Experience in power generation, transmission or distribution.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management and power systems.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Guide utilities through the energy transition and enhance grid resilience.
• Manage relationships with utility stakeholders and oversee complex projects.
• Stay updated on industry trends and contribute to thought leadership.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Customer Focus

Creativity

Education

Bachelors or MSc in engineering

Job description

Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.
About the role

Within the Power Grids service area, the Asset Management department is focused on delivering services for electricity utilities that spans across the asset lifecycle. The services we provide are most commonly techno-economical and provides the utilities with the decision-making support for asset maintenance and replacement activities. Beyond these services, the department is focused on enabling digitalization by providing advisory support in digital asset management, advisory in investment for digitalization and digital transformation.

A career in DNV is not just a job. It is an extraordinary opportunity to develop and enrich your life and make more of a global impact than you ever believed possible. Our benefits package is specifically designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being:

• Great atmosphere of working together with professionals and some of the most engaged and knowledgeable people in the industry.
• Receive guidance from colleagues through coaching, mentoring and participating in international networks.
• Advance your professional skills and technical expertise, through individual competence development plans and tailored training.
• Be part of a world growing and renowned organization with origins dating back to 1864

Role Overview: As a Consultant in our Power Grids Consulting team, you will play a crucial role in guiding utilities through the energy transition. Your expertise will help clients modernize their power grids, integrate renewable energy sources, and enhance grid resilience. You will leverage your consulting skills to deliver innovative solutions that support sustainable and efficient energy systems. We are looking for candidates that can work on advisory projects in the following key areas (you don’t need to have experience in all areas)

Key focus areas:

• Energy Transition Strategy: Develop and implement strategies for utilities to transition to sustainable energy sources. Provide expert advice on integrating renewable energy, Grid resilience, and smart grid technologies.
• Grid Modernization: Lead projects focused on modernizing power grid infrastructure. Advise clients on upgrading grid components, enhancing grid reliability, and implementing advanced grid management systems.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure clients' projects comply with evolving regulatory requirements. Provide guidance on navigating regulatory landscapes and securing necessary approvals for energy transition initiatives.

Key responsibilities:

• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with utility stakeholders. Understand their unique challenges and deliver customized solutions that drive value and support their energy transition goals.
• Project Management: Oversee the execution of complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet client expectations. Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and manage project risks effectively.
• Innovation and Thought Leadership: Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies. Share insights and best practices with clients and contribute to thought leadership in the energy transition space

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Guaranteed Annual Wage Supplement.
• Generous Paid Leaves (Annual, Compassionate, Marriage, Maternity, Paternity & shared parental leave, Adoption leave, Childcare & Extended Childcare Leave, Examination leaves, National Service (NS) leave, medical leave, Prolonged Illness leave)
• Medical benefits (Clinical treatment, Emergency Medical Services, Specialist Consultation, Paediatrician Consultation, Inoculations (Hepatitis, H1N1 & Flu), Dental Treatment, Annual Medical Examination, Hospitalization & Surgical Benefits)
• Maternity Benefits
• Pension and Insurance Policies (Central Provident Fund, Group Term Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Work Injury Compensation Insurance)
• Training and Development Assistance (Training Sponsorship, On-The-Job Training, Training Programme)
• Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards, Professional Membership, Gym Subsidy, Mobile Phone Reimbursement)
• Company bonus/Profit share

*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this.

About you

As a successful candidate you bring in:

• Bachelors or MSc in engineering, preferably with experience in power generation, transmission or distribution
• Knowledge and understanding of core technical areas of asset lifecycle management, power systems, or other relevant utility or industry experience
• Verbal and written communication in English (other languages are a plus)
• Interest and proven ability in leading projects, interacting with customers.
• Ability to organise and prioritise project work, support your project team to delivery and create a team spirit
• Openness to travel
• Structured way of working with high precision
• High level of creativity, flexibility and initiative
• Customer focus, ability to make new contacts and maintain professional relationships internally and externally.

What we offer

• Flexible work arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Guaranteed Annual Wage Supplement.
• Generous Paid Leaves (Annual, Compassionate, Marriage, Maternity, Paternity & shared parental leave, Adoption leave, Childcare & Extended Childcare Leave, Examination leaves, National Service (NS) leave, medical leave, Prolonged Illness leave)
• Medical benefits (Clinical treatment, Emergency Medical Services, Specialist Consultation, Paediatrician Consultation, Inoculations (Hepatitis, H1N1 & Flu), Dental Treatment, Annual Medical Examination, Hospitalization & Surgical Benefits)
• Maternity Benefits
• Pension and Insurance Policies (Central Provident Fund, Group Term Life Assurance, Group Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Work Injury Compensation Insurance)
• Training and Development Assistance (Training Sponsorship, On-The-Job Training, Training Programme)
• Additional Benefits (Long Service Awards, Professional Membership, Gym Subsidy, Mobile Phone Reimbursement)
• Company bonus/Profit share

*Benefits may vary based on position, tenure/contract/grade level*

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this.

About you

As a successful candidate you bring in:

• Bachelors or MSc in engineering, preferably with experience in power generation, transmission or distribution
• Knowledge and understanding of core technical areas of asset lifecycle management, power systems, or other relevant utility or industry experience
• Verbal and written communication in English (other languages are a plus)
• Interest and proven ability in leading projects, interacting with customers.
• Ability to organise and prioritise project work, support your project team to delivery and create a team spirit
• Openness to travel
• Structured way of working with high precision
• High level of creativity, flexibility and initiative
• Customer focus, ability to make new contacts and maintain professional relationships internally and externally.