Medium & High Voltage Electrical Engineer

Edp Renovaveis Servicios Financieros SA; Leiria; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

EDP is seeking a Medium & High Voltage Electrical Engineer to join their team in Portugal, with a hybrid work model and placements in Leiria, Porto or Évora. You will analyze HV/MV modification requests, define MV connection conditions, and estimate costs for HV/MV projects, collaborating with third parties and BPO teams.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, HV/MV power line design experience, and strong coordination and problem-solving skills to drive

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, ideally with a specialization in the Energy field.
• Experience of medium- and high-voltage power line design.
• Knowledge of the construction and execution of medium- and/or high-voltage electrical network projects.
• Understanding of electrical distribution network standards and engineering practices.
• Ability to coordinate technical activities and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Responsibility and autonomy,
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Good problem-solving skills, management of unforeseen events, collaboration, and networking are competencies that we value.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of HV/MV network modification requests and assessment of the legal framework for cost estimation.
• Definition of connection conditions for MV customers.
• Cost estimation of HV/MV network connection requests.
• Collection of information and preparation of documentation for project design by third parties.
• Support, review, and validation of projects developed by third parties for licensing with the DGEG.
• Collaboration with BPO teams for the design and cost estimation of works using SIT/Jump systems.

Skills

HV/MV design

Coordination

Problem solving

Teamwork

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering

Tools

SIT/Jump systems

Job description

Medium & High Voltage Electrical Engineer

Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

City: Leiria ou Porto or Évora

What you will do:

• Analysis of High Voltage (HV) / Medium Voltage (MV) network modification requests and assessment of the legal framework for their cost estimation;
• Definition of connection conditions for Medium Voltage (MV) customers;
• Cost estimation of High Voltage (HV) / Medium Voltage (MV) network connection requests;
• Collection of information and preparation of documentation for project design by third parties;
• Support, review, and validation of projects developed by third parties for licensing with the Directorate-General for Energy and Geology (DGEG);
• Collaboration with BPO teams for the design and cost estimation of works using the SIT/Jump systems.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

What are we looking for:

• Master's degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering, ideally with a specialization in the Energy field,
• Experience of medium- and high-voltage power line design,
• Knowledge of the construction and execution of medium- and/or high-voltage electrical network projects,
• Understanding of electrical distribution network standards and engineering practices,
• Ability to coordinate technical activities and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders,
• Responsibility and autonomy,
• Strong teamwork skills,
• Good problem-solving skills, management of unforeseen events, collaboration, and networking are competencies that we value.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;

Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;

Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute

Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index

Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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