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Senior Energy Engineer
- TypePermanent
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationLondon
Spencer Ogden have partnered with a leading Sustainable Development Group in the field of Decentralised Energy, including District Heating, District Cooling, Renewables and Energy Storage.Our client has a significant number of projects across UK&I and globally within the Middle East and Europe.Our client specialises in the delivery of district heating and is looking to grow their team. As a Senior Energy Engineer you will have a particular focus on technical leadership and delivery. We are looking for someone with an excellent grasp of the UK energy market, and how buildings, estates, towns and cities can be decarbonized and how DH network can be designed and deployed at scale.Responsibilities: A good understanding of the UK energy marketKnowledge of the Heat NetworksKnowledge of renewables (PV etc) and low carbon heating technologiesKnowledge of energy storage, EV and Micro gridsKnowledge of building services, their design and operational requirements including controls and utilities and commissioning Requirements: Experience of delivering DH Design / Energy Option Studies / Energy Audits / Decarbonisation strategies/ Feasibility studies / Energy ProTrack record of project delivery from concept stage through to operation idealMEng / BEng in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferredCEng status would be beneficial
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Civil Engineer Substation
- TypeContract
- Salary$40 - 65 per hour + Benefits
- LocationCarrollton
One of our leading EPC Clients is looking to hire a Civil Engineer with a 2-5 years experience. This is an Engineering position responsible for supporting Engineering Services and EPC project management support for high voltage substation foundation and structural design. You will have an active role in helping develop substation design processes, standards, and custom designs for foundations and steel structures for all EPC and Engineering Services projects.Responsibilities are as follows: Review equipment specification/data sheets for foundation and steel design.Technically evaluate vendor proposals for major equipment for foundation and steel design.Proficient knowledge of various substation designs to correspond to physical design standards.Implement design standards for various structures and foundations.Develop steel and foundation designs to Client standardsDevelop engineering expertise to evaluate GeoTech Reports and Soil Reports.Support pre-bid meetings and documentation by evaluating GeoTech Reports.Implement GeoTech Report data into engineering and design processes. Develop and maintain a system for evaluating design quality control and metrics for long term management of design group (internal or external).Provide proper documentation for project drawings and other project documentation.Provide detailed steel and foundation drawings with proper bills of material.Review steel and foundation detail drawings for design accuracy and quality control.Working knowledge of design software such as MFAD, STAAD, PLS-Pole, ACAD Inventor, and other comparable design software.Develop skills to write technical documentation for steel and foundation calculations. Desired Skills & Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Civil EngineeringProfessional Engineering License (Desirable)Strong Communication SkillsFamiliarity with ACAD Inventor, STAAD, PLS-Pole and other design software
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Energy Solutions Engineer
- TypePermanent
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationLondon
Spencer Ogden have partnered with one of the largest utility companies across the UK, providing energy solutions to a diverse range of clients in various sectors including hospitality, retail, corporate organisations & real estate. Who are looking for an experienced Energy Engineer to join the team.As an Energy Engineer, you will be responsible for providing energy solutions to clients. You are expected to be familiar with client management, energy management and energy modelling. It is essential you have ESOS (Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme) and SECR (Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting) experience.The role is fully remote with travel twice a week to the nearest site to your home, however there is flexibility on this. The ideal candidate will work closely with clients to deliver bespoke energy solutions. You should be comfortable communicating with stakeholders at all levels.Key responsibilities: You will be required to identify energy reduction opportunities on-site and ensure that clients are kept up to date and compliant with all aspects of relevant energy/climate change legislation.Typical services include ESOS, SECR, GHG reporting, EUETS, CCAs, energy audits, energy performance contracts.Energy management/energy consultancy.Providing Sustainability and/or Decarbonisation strategies.Management and delivery of legislative energy and carbon schemes.Interpret and provide insight from energy and carbon data.Energy auditing and the production of reports Key Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence Educated to degree level in an engineering, electrical engineering (preferred) or scientific discipline (STEM)Experience being a ESOS lead assessor is desirable but not essential Good understanding of the legislative detail in schemes such as CCA/SECR/ESOS/EUETS/GHG reporting.Able to manage product delivery with a wide-ranging portfolio of clients.Excellent interpersonal skills and experience of client interaction to implement the added value solutions.4-5 years experience This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career as an Energy Engineer. If this is of interest, please do not hesitate to get in touch! Apply direct or email me your CV.You can reach me on: bethany.christie@spencer-ogden.com0141 212 4812
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Senior Project Manager
- TypePermanent
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationHeidelberg
Spencer Ogden has partnered exclusively with a global leader in cement manufacturing to support the recruitment into their international Project Management team, to be based on-site near Frankfurt, Germany.As a Senior Project Manager, you will be responsible for the greenfield development, management, and leadership of medium to large-scale capital expenditure projects. This includes upholding and embodying the businesses culture of zero accidents and maximum environmental sustainability while ensuring adherence to quality, budget, and project timelines. Your Responsibilities: Play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution of projects within a highly experienced and multicultural team.Conduct scenario assessments and studies for medium and large-scale investment projects (20-60 million EUR).Develop investment budgets for projects at various stages.Oversee the management of medium and large-scale investment projects.Handle cost and time control, project status reporting, and steering committee reporting.Evaluate technical and commercial proposals and make supplier selections.Lead the procurement and contracting process.Proactively manage the health and safety of employees to consistently enhance the company's health and safety performance. Your Profile: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master's preferred).6 year+ record of successfully managing large-scale Greenfield projects in the cement manufacturing industry.Professional use of the English language.Extensive experience in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement and contracts.Strong leadership and team management skills.Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.In-depth knowledge of environmental and safety regulations in cement manufacturing.PMP or relevant project management certification is a plus. This role REQUIRES the selected candidate to relocate to Germany. Extensive travel to site on a global scale.
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Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer
- TypePermanent
- Salary$95k per year
- LocationBillings
Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer (REMOTE) Location:Pacific State/Territory: Department:Power Delivery Line Mgmt Dept Description Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer (REMOTE)Company is seeking a Mid-Level Transmission Line Engineer for our Power Delivery Line Department. This position includes the ability to work remotely from a mutually agreed upon location in the Pacific time zone. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading, supporting, and coordinating the following: Project Support Lead and/or support the initial project execution layout to ensure an efficient and effective project plan has been establishedManage engineers, drafters, and designers on small to medium-sized engineering projects and interface directly with the clientResponsible for creating and maintaining a project schedule and budgetConduct weekly or bi-weekly project meetings to clearly outline upcoming deliverables and tasks with responsible personnel identifiedCoordinate with clients on project status and support project meetings as necessaryMaintain project workflow and thorough communication across multi-discipline projects, both internal and external to POWERForecast upcoming project requirements to assist in resource planningFacilitate and adhere to POWER's QA/QC procedure to ensure the correct personnel is performing the required QA/QC reviewParticipate in industry conferences, both internal and external, to improve profession growth while fostering knowledge transfer to colleaguesDevelop Transmission Line design knowledge pertaining to PLS-CADD, structure staking, foundations, assembly drawings, steel pole performance loading, material procurement, construction specification, and construction support Project Manager Support Maintain project status reportsProvide weekly or bi-weekly project updates and project forecastingLead and/or support PM by meeting with clients, both in-person and remotelyDevelop client relationships allowing POWER the opportunity to position ourselves to win future work Department Manager Support Support resource forecast planning for upcoming and current project loadsParticipate in new hire screening and review processesProvide business improvement methodologies and proceduresDiscuss project and/or department personnel conflicts, performance issues, and collaborate on a suitable approach to constructively provide a successful resolution Contribute to Business Planning and Budgeting Required Education/Experience: Professional Engineering licensureBachelor of Science in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering or Construction ManagementThe candidate must have a strong command of the English language with good written and oral communication skills to work effectively with internal team members and external client personnel.Experience using the Microsoft Office software suiteAt least 3 years of experience using PLS-CADD Preferred Education/Experience: Electric utility industry experienceExperience managing projects and leading multi-disciplined teamsDesign experience up to 230kVDistribution design experienceAt least 3-years of experience using POLE, TOWER and FAD Tools software packagesTransmission line routingTransmission foundation designTransmission structure load and designCost estimating and schedulingExperience using L-Pile and Microsoft Projects At our company, you can have a rewarding career on every level. Our philosophy is simple: Do Good. Have Fun. Build Success.You'll work on fun and challenging projects and initiatives. You'll have the chance to make a positive impact on society and the environment. And you'll find the support, coaching and training it takes to advance your career.Since we're employee-owned, we get to make our company a great place to work. That includes providing competitive compensation, professional development and a full benefit package: Gender affirming care Fertility Benefits New Dads and Moms Benefit program Maternity and Paternity Leave Telehealth Benefit covers all providers 401K Voluntary Life Insurance Vacation/Paid Sick Leave Paid Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision Salary DOE: The pay range for this position is $70-$95K per year; however, base pay may be higher or lower depending on the candidate's job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This figure does not include additional compensation such as health benefits, vacation, 401k, etc. Our company is a fun engineering firm. That might seem contradictory to some, but it works for us!EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled#LI-AA1 #LI-Remote
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Underground Transmission Line Engineer
- TypePermanent
- Salary$150k per year
- LocationRichmond
Engineer II/III - Underground Transmission Line Standards (Hybrid)We love our jobs. That’s right. Love. Every day we go to work filled with passion to be excellent, to creatively problem solve and to innovate. These are exciting days for energy companies, and we aim to shape the future of energy in America. We are looking at all of our work with fresh eyes, retooling everything we do, in every part of the company, to operate more sustainably and to deliver energy more reliably than ever. We are looking for interesting, independent thinkers and doers who can help shape the culture of a forward-looking company that’s proud of its rich legacy.Are you a change agent? Do you think differently? Do you want to fall in love with your job? If you answered “yes,” then read on!We offer a hybrid 3-2 work schedule (three days in the office, two days of teleworking) to accommodate the need for flexibility.At this time, we cannot transfer nor sponsor a work visa for this position.Job SummaryElectric Transmission (ET) Transmission Line Standards department is seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to support the Company’s evolving transmission grid. The primary responsibilities for this role include the design and development of underground line standards and special applications for ET capital and O&M projects. This is an exciting time to join our team as we are involved in industry-leading projects and initiatives like interconnecting 5000 MW of solar generation in the next 5 years, the first utility-owned offshore wind project in United States federal waters off the Atlantic coast, and the largest data center load growth in the world.• Perform engineering work activities and projects to develop, maintain, and support system-wide standards for underground transmission line applications.• Provide expert technical support to other groups for the application of standard designs.• Ensure the proper utilization of standard designs.• Identify root causes for deviations of standard practices and develop/recommend improvements to existing standards to improve utilization.• Evaluate and recommend new products, applications, and methods considering all stakeholder input to maintain or improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.• Participate in various industry organizations to stay current with best practices.• Perform other duties as requested or assigned. Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience The knowledge, skills, abilities and experience required for entry into this job include the following:• Strong time management skills with the ability to independently plan and organize work assignments.• Strong oral and written communication skills, including technical writing.• Ability to think analytically and solve complex problems.• Equally effective with working independently or in a team environment.• Experience with analyzing cable ampacities for various installations.• Engineering experience with underground extruded and pipe type cable systems and accessories ranging from 69kV through 500kV is preferred.• Experience with geotechnical report evaluation, especially soil thermal properties. Experience with Civil excavation techniques is a plus.• Experience with PLS-CADD software is a plus.• Ability to interpret codes, regulations, and practices. Engineer II:• 3+ years of experience• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree required. Advanced Degrees may be substituted for years of experience.• Understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, including three-phase power systems is preferred.• Understanding of the engineering principles related to underground transmission cable is preferred.Engineer III:• 5+ years of experience.• Bachelor of Science in Engineering degree required. Advanced Degrees may be substituted for years of experience.• Comprehensive understanding of AC/DC fundamentals, including three-phase power is preferred.• Thorough understanding of the engineering principles related to underground transmission cable is preferred. REQUIRED ENGINEERING CRITERIA: For placement of a candidate in the Engineer job series, the following criteria must be met: Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an ABET accredited Engineering program based on the year that the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or Possess a 4-year Engineering degree from an institution outside of the U.S. which is accredited through the country's own Engineering accrediting body under the Washington Accord as a full signatory, and is a degree that was recognized by the country's accrediting body on or after the date that full signatory status was achieved, or Possess a 4-year degree in Engineering (non-ABET accredited), Physics, Chemistry, Math or Engineering Technology and a post-graduate Engineering degree from an institution where the undergraduate degree in the same Engineering discipline is ABET-accredited based on the year the Engineering program was accredited by ABET, or Holds or has previously held a valid U.S. Professional Engineer license.Education RequirementsRequired degree (equivalency not accepted in lieu of required degree): Bachelor's Degree in EngineeringLicenses, Certifications, or Quals Description Working ConditionsCold Up to 25% Energized Wires Up to 25% Heat Up to 25% Loud Noise Up to 25% Office Work Environment 76 -100% Operating Machinery Up to 25% Outdoors Up to 25% Radiation Up to 25% Travel Up to 25%Other Working Conditions Test Description No Testing RequiredExport ControlCertain positions at th companyy may involve access to information and technology subject to export controls under U.S. law. Compliance with these export controls may result in cpmpany limiting its consideration of certain applicants.Other InformationWe offer excellent plans and programs for employees. Employees are rewarded with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which may include: health benefits with coverage for families and domestic partners, vacation, retirement plans, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and much more. To learn more about our benefits, click here dombenefits.com. Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran or disabled status. You can experience the excitement of our company – it's the difference between taking a job and starting a career. Top 3 Reasons to Work at Dominion Energy There are many reasons to work at Dominion Energy, but below are the top three employees have shared with us. Click on each of the links to learn more! 1. Safety Centric Work Environment 2. Generous Pay and Benefits 3. Collaborative & Inclusive Culture Our Commitment to NetZero by 2050 We’ve cut carbon emissions from our electric generation business by approximately 46% (since 2005) and methane emissions from our natural gas business by 38% (since 2010) — and we're just getting started. By growing wind, solar, and renewable natural gas and pursuing innovative technologies, we expect to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. We’ve also committed to reducing the emissions of our suppliers and customers — so we can all move forward together. Job Segment: Transmission Line, Thermal Engineering, Testing, Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Energy, Engineering, Technology
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Project Manager
- TypeContract
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationNorth Carolina
This position will be under the general direction of a Senior Project Manager, on the Project Development Team. The Project Manager position is responsible for the management, or the assistance of managing, all phases of project planning to ensure all project success factors are met, including but not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration. This position will be assigned to multiple transmission projects. In aggregate, these projects are typically less than $10M with a Low to Moderate level of complexity impacting only the facility or department level within the Company. The PM serves as the unifying agent providing leadership, management, direction, coordination, and control of the overall project in accordance with the established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements of The Company.This position is typically retained to manage multiple “White” or “Green I” projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Project Profile Matrix.Required Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years of project management experience. Graduation from a two-year college or university. Working knowledge of project management principles. Working Knowledge to Proficiency in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving; Project related work experience; Risk Management; Project Leadership; Proven Collaborative Team Member.Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from a four-year college or university. Utility Technical Certifications/Training; PMI (PMP or CAPM) Certification; CMII certificates; Professional Engineer License. Working knowledge to proficiency in project related Scheduling/ Cost Controls. Experience in utility industry. Knowledge in construction management. The Project Manager may have relationships with individuals in various organizations ranging from individual contributors to Senior Department Leadership (i.e. individual contributors up to executive management).
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Electrical Engineer
- TypePermanent
- SalaryMarket related
- LocationCedar Rapids
We're seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer for a Control Center role. You'll serve as an engineering liaison between DSO and Transmission Providers for switching events, contributing to grid integration. Candidates with a background in electrical engineering are preferred.This role includes a blend of remote and in-office work (Cedar Rapids, IA, 2 days/week). Candidates must reside in Iowa.Responsibilities: Work on structured assignments with supervision.Participate in Safe Start training for zero injuries philosophy.Identify and solve problems within your scope.Apply standard practices and procedures for limited-scope problem-solving.Understand technical and cost-effective aspects to develop solutions with budget, schedule, and scope.Make low-risk decisions based on technical knowledge with guidance.Learn about the business environment.Collaborate with union employees, contractors, and business unit customers.Develop relationships within the department, with customers, and peers.Demonstrate awareness of financials and departmental budgeting.Understand purchasing procedures and compliance (e.g., SOX).Communicate effectively with vendors, construction, operations, and internal stakeholders.Learn to document project activities and outcomes. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in accredited Engineering program.Preferred: Previous technical/professional experience, internship, or co-op in engineering.Covered by Department of Transportation drug/alcohol testing regulations. Skills: Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Proficiency in computer software (email, word processing, spreadsheets, project management).Comfortable in a diverse and inclusive environment.
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Project Construction Coordinator
- TypeContract
- Salary$30 - 40 per hour
- LocationMissouri
The Project Construction Coordinator will be responsible for supporting the pre-planning and execution for the client's renewables and power portfolio. In addition to project-supporting tasks, the position will support continuous improvement initiatives such as documenting and improving processes and procedures, market industry knowledge. Document Control:- Manage documents control and workflow monitoring during the EPC RFP, EPC contracting, and during the construction, testing and commission of the project.- Support the set-up of the internal and external project folders.- Support the design of the workflow for the different processes during the project execution.- Maintain a library of standard templates and guiding principles for close-out documentations.- Assist in scanning, organizing, indexing, archiving essential project documentation.- Fulfill document retrieval requests.- Receive and process RFIs, NCNs, Submittals and Transmittals.- Maintain tracking log for RFIs, NCNs, Submittals and Transmittals.- Check compliance and quality of documents against contract requirements.- Liaise with Client/Contractor/Subcontractor.- Report on process of documents as needed.- Administrate the document control system/platform for the project.- Manage the process of Job Books creation and compliance, in accordance with contracts requirements.- Review and comment on QA/QC documents required for Job Books.- Transmit documentation and submittals through the project management platform.- Receive, log, and track plans and specifications as received including all revisions.- Maintain all required hard copy and electronic copy files of project documentation.- Support project team with regards to submittals, RFI's, drawings, specifications, and other project documents. Site Administrative Management:- Participation in selection and training of on-site administrative staff regarding specific job duties, including but not limited to, document control, accounting support, SAP, and standard processes.- Manage company IT equipment and office supplies transfer from one project to another.- Support project site team in getting site staff for construction equipped with all standard office, safety, and IT equipment.- Support the implementation of the inspection the testing plans.- Support the training and on-boarding of new site team.- Manage the different Service Agreements for the project, including NDA's, MSA's, CSA's and SOW's. EPC RFP & Contracting Process Support: - Support the Project Engineering & Construction Manager during the RFP process.- Prepare BoP contract exhibits (including the SOW, technical specifications, drawings, quality, and safety requirements) before launching the RFP.- Ensures construction contracts are aligned (back-to-back and no gap) between Owner Supplied items, DBS contracts and other construction interfaces.- Support the review and response to bidders RFIs.- Work with project team to evaluate bids and award contracts.- Support the EPC contracting process with the selected EPC-contractors, including the Exhibits negations. General:- Track proper reporting of key project safety metrics on a monthly and quarterly basis for all projects and contractors.- Support of company initiatives, such as implementing new processes, procedures, or development of department specific tools.- Performs other duties as assigned.
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Assistant Project Controls Specialist - Cost Controls
- TypeContract
- Salary$42 - 44 per hour
- LocationEnglewood
Description:The Assistant Project Controls Specialist will support all aspects of project controls and reporting, including, project change management, cost control, progress measurement, schedule development and schedule control. Assist with developing, implementing and maintaining a cost management reporting data warehouse to produce valuable program controls reports and data. Perform project planning and scheduling tasks.Coordinate project schedules and assist with the development of scheduling reports.Coordinate project set-up in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software.Review data; maintain logs; and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.Validate Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).Perform budget tracking against Purchase Orders or Subcontracts.Assist with upstream (prime contract) / downstream (PO & subcontract) change orders.Document changes to cost reports or forecasts.Assist with the development of a cash flow.Assist with the development of Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 schedules.Complete schedules and diagrams in Microsoft Visio.Apply logic ties within the schedule.Document schedule progress.Perform resource loading of a schedule.Develop a earned value tracking document.Integrate data from one program to another.Assist quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.All other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field. Applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.Experience with Oracle Primavera P6.Ability to work independently, think creatively and analytically, and make quick and sound decisions.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office.May be required to obtain an OSHA 10 hour safety certification.Willingness to accept long term field assignments