HV Systems Expert CCR d/f/m

RWE Gruppe; Germany (OH); On-site; USD 104,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

RWE Offshore Wind GmbH is seeking an HV Systems Expert – Central Control Room (CCR) to oversee switching operations and power system control across offshore wind farms. You will work with the REP/VEFK and HV Operators to ensure safe, standardized, and efficient operations while continuously improving processes and capabilities.

You will lead SCADA-related initiatives, act as deputy for the CCR Head, and guide training, qualification, and development programs to elevate team performance across

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent in the electrical trade.
• Extensive experience in high‑voltage operations or power system control.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, efficient operation of high-/medium-voltage control systems and wind turbine monitoring.
• Coordinate day-to-day grid operations with internal/external stakeholders and operators.
• Define and optimize switching permits, programs, and work authorization procedures with the REP/VEFK.
• Act as deputy for the Head of the Control Room and support the Lead REP/Lead VEFK to ensure standards are met.
• Provide technical guidance, coaching, and development for HV Operators across shifts.

Skills

HV systems expertise

SCADA systems

Control Room leadership

German language

English language

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SCADA software

Job description

RWE Offshore Wind GmbH
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

As the HV Systems Expert – Central Control Room (CCR), you act as the technical expert for switching operations and power system control across the central network operations of our offshore wind farms. Your focus is on ensuring safe, standardized, and efficient operations while continuously improving operational processes and technical capabilities within the Control Room. You work closely with the site's Responsible Electrical Person (REP/VEFK) and the shift-based HV Operators, providing expert guidance and technical support without being part of the operational shift rotation.

About the role

• You ensure the safe and efficient operation of high- and medium-voltage network control systems as well as wind turbine monitoring, while continuously improving the associated operational processes.
• Acting as the operational interface, you work closely with transmission system operators and internal as well as external stakeholders to coordinate day-to-day grid operations.
• You define, implement, and optimize processes related to switching permits, switching programs, and operational and work authorization procedures in close collaboration with the Responsible Electrical Person (REP/VEFK).
• You act as the deputy for the Head of the Control Room (CCR) and serve as the extended arm of the Lead Responsible Electrical Person (Lead REP/Lead VEFK), ensuring that all requirements defined by the REP as well as applicable RAN Offshore Wind Park standards and regulations are consistently implemented and adhered to by the Control Room and its HV Operators.
• You provide technical guidance, coaching, and continuous development for HV Operators across all shifts, fostering best practice sharing and operational excellence.
• You plan and deliver training, qualification, and development programs, actively contributing to knowledge building and capability development within the team.
• As the Key User for SCADA and control systems, you lead implementation projects—including the commissioning of new wind farms and the introduction of new SCADA systems and operational tools—and act as the primary contact for IT/OT, external service providers, and the integration of new wind farms.
• You analyze operational events, complex faults, and deviations, derive sustainable improvement measures, and provide support for day-to-day switching operations when required.

Job requirements and experience

• Successfully completed a degree in Electrical Engineering or a qualification as a certified Electrical Technician or Master Electrician, combined with extensive professional experience in high-voltage operations or power system control.
• Extensive hands‑on experience in the switching operations of high‑voltage installations and the operation of substations.
• Strong understanding of power system operations, electrical asset management, and wind turbine monitoring.
• Experience working with SCADA and control systems, ideally within an offshore wind environment.
• Ideally, professional experience in a Control Room, the offshore wind industry, or with a utility or transmission/distribution system operator.
• Experience with the initial energization and commissioning of high‑voltage systems is considered an advantage.
• Strong analytical skills, a structured and methodical approach to work, and a high level of responsibility with a strong commitment to safety.
• Excellent written and spoken German and English skills.

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too. We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters As a global leader, RWE Offshore Wind is shaping tomorrow's energy on the high seas. We are active across Europe, U.S., Japan and Korea. We have already 19 wind farms in operation with an installed capacity of over 3 gigawatts. With over 20 years’ experience in developing, building, operating and maintaining offshore wind farms we have established long‑term partnerships, working hand in hand with local businesses and communities. Every year, we invest millions of euros in new offshore wind projects and support harbours, educational programmes, local organisations and more. Our passionate workforce is committed to driving technological and sustainable improvements, delivering construction projects on time and within budget to the highest quality and safety standards, and contributing to a clean energy future. Want to learn more about working for RWE Offshore? Join Our Journey Offshore by watching the miniseries including 6 episodes, 5 ambassadors and one exciting trip Offshore.

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