Grid Specialist
- Location: Cork
- Salary: Market related
My client are lookng fill the exciting and pivotal role of Grid Specialist. The successful candidate will work closely with the clients Investment Team to provide grid-related advice and services on existing and new investment opportunities throughout the development cycle and across multiple technologies, including onshore and offshore wind, solar and energy storage. In the clients current development pipeline of onshore wind projects, there is a significant value-add opportunity to provide strategic advice and to help maximise success for the connection of projects. There is also an opportunity to deliver grid connection solutions across a variety of new technology developments, including energy storage, repowering, solar and to explore the co-location of batteries with wind and solar. It is expected that the successful individual will also leverage their existing industry contacts and relationships to help maximise project success.
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This role is based in Cork but can be flexible for the correct candidate (e.g. Dublin)
My client are currently looking for an experienced grid engineer to join their established team in Dublin. The client is one of Europe's most experienced wind energy developers and has successfully developed renewables projects with over 3,500MW of rated capacity to date. Specific Responsbilities: To work closely connected both with the project development teams in Ireland and Germany· Interacting with grid regulation authorities and grid operators in their role as project stakeholders.· Providing input for Pre-feasibility studies and technical risk assessment.· Developing and optimising grid connection solutions for wind, solar and energy storage projects.· Seeking alternative network access solutions based on grid studies, including technical, legal and commercial evaluations.· Representing the client on industry grid policy committees / working groups, applying learnings from these forums and providing regulatory advice to the strategic aims of the company in both jurisdictions.· Preparing grid applications and managing the grid application process.· Supporting project tendering and acquisition processes by creating technical documents and checking documents issued by others. To work closely connected both with the project execution teams in Dublin and Wiesbaden offices· Preparing requests for quotation for engineering, construction, procurement and testing of the electrical balance of plant for renewable and / or sustainable energy projects.· Creating, checking and or reviewing technical documents according to our company wide workflow procedure.· Preparing inspection and test plans and supervising construction work.· Controlling electrical project construction costs and project variations.· Carrying out tasks / projects assigned by the Electrical Department in Germany and other ad hoc projects as required by the Director of the Dublin office.
My client is currently looking for an experienced Power Systems Engineer to join and expand their Grid Team, working alongside the Grid Development Manager. The client is a renewable energy IPP company with fully integrated development capabilities and it's head office in London. The main focus is developing renewable energy power plants across the United Kingdom with the help of their highly experienced management team and partners to allow them to deliver quality, bankable renewable power assets. Their focus is on the development of large-scale solar, wind and hybrid energy storage projects. Role: In this role you will be working closely alongside the grid manager, and if required the key management team members and land acquisition team. Supporting the Grid team in identifying and securing grid capacity both on the distribution level and national transmission level from 11kV up to 400kV network for its large-scale solar, wind and BESS projects. You will regularly communicate and liaise with the relevant DNOs and NGESO to gather all necessary intelligence to successfully source and secure grid capacity for prospective projects.The ideal candidate must have experience in power systems analysis, excellent communication skills and experience of liaising with external stakeholders such as network operators and specialist grid consultants.Furthermore, you will be actively manging relevant grid aspects of the business, building and maintaining relationships with the DNOs & NG throughout the entire development and construction process. Additionally, you will be supporting the planning team and if necessary, the legal team on any grid connection related matters to ensure that the permits and legal documentation are fully aligned with the grid requirements. Responsibilities:• Identify and qualify grid capacity that are suitable for PV, Wind and BESS by undertaking the desktop power system analysis.• Originate, submit, and managed the process of transmission and distribution connection applications. • Gathering intelligence and analysing the existing and future electricity network available data bases at transmission and distribution level to provide input into the location and electrical characteristics of new solar/wind developments:• Engagement with NGESO and DNOs on pre-app meetings and budget offers to glean market-leading intelligence on the availability of connections any upcoming developments (short-, mid-, and long-term)• Completing the ENA's G99 application form for developments connected to the distribution network.• Generating SLDs using the Auto Cad and analysing the thirds party technical drawing.• Reviewing grid connection offers and advise the Management team on summarising costs, scope of work and technical aspects of the offer.• Undertaking detailed cost analysis of the grid connection costs and implementing strategies to reduce and optimise the costs for connection.• Manage project pipeline by communicating with DNOs / NGESO/ ICPs as necessary to track progress with development.• Liaising with developers and TOs/DNOs to understand the status and delivery programs and meet the milestones for grid connections.• Working with NGESO’s connection portal, completing the application forms including DRC for specific transmission network opportunities. Special Requirements: • 3-4 years in a technical role working electricity projects, including submission of grid connection applications at distribution or transmission level.• Electrical engineering background preferred (you may have a postgraduate degree in a relevant topic) with experience in a technical environment.• Working knowledge of the Grid Code /ENA G99 is important.• Experience with DIgSILENT Power Factory.• Ideally working experience in Solar and wind projects.• BESS experience is preferred, but not necessarily required.
My client is currently resourcing for a Principal HVDC Engineering Consultant. They are a global energy consultancy, powered by the expertise and experience of it's unique and diverse people. They unite to solve the energy industry's problems. Working collaboratively with their customers, rethinking how things are done to take on challenges, break down barriers, enable progress and deliver the energy transition. They bring energy, insight, and certainty, which when combined with their strategies, innovations, and knowledge, gives them the power to create change within the industry and really make a difference.TeamWithin the Renewables Team, my client is at the forefront of major international projects where they bring a unique, integrated perspective, specialist expertise and set of tools to advise and support offshore developers, governments, sector enablers and the wider supply chain on strategic, technical and commercial matters predominately in relation to offshore wind, interconnectors and subsea cable projects.RoleSitting within the Offshore Renewables Team, the Principal Consultant - HVDC Engineering will report to the Renewables Engineering Manager and will be accountable for the delivery of assigned HVDC engineering projects. You will be expected to provide technical expertise into ongoing projects, bids and proposals and to represent the company at client and stakeholder meetings as required.Primary Roles & Responsibilities Include Lead and provide HVDC engineering input into tenders and project deliverables.Liaise and collaborate with internal stakeholders such as TA's, SME's and other discipline Engineers.Support HVDC engineering deliverables such as early-stage feasibility studies, preparation of project specifications, design review and assurance, attend site for FAT's and pre commissioning and commissioning oversight.Provide HVDC technical guidance and advice to clients through project development, delivery and operations & maintenance. Requirements A Chartered Engineer with demonstrable HVDC engineering expertise and ideally experienced in the offshore sector and with a detailed understanding of engineering deliverables through project development, delivery and operations & maintenance.Be a recognised expert in industry with a detailed understanding of HVDC performance requirements, OEM equipment, installation and commissioning and associated UK National Grid and other European transmission standards.Ability to communicate at all levels in the organisation and to key stakeholders out with the organisation.An ability to interpret and manage multiple projects simultaneously whilst meeting programme requirements.Have an interest to actively develop external (client) and internal relationships and be prepared to take part in industry working groups such as CIGRE, IET and other professional bodies. Base LocationAberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow or London
We are currently looking for a Drilling HSE Specialist to support for a short term project in Malaysia. The candidate must equipmed with Drilling operation background whom can contribute as HSE Specialist. The candidate should also be able to advise on the DO's & Dont's on the rig floor during operation with HSE hat. Project Commencement: 1st March 2024Duration: 6 months Location: Malaysia
Under the supervision of the Safety Specialist III, this person will be responsible for the execution of the Safety Management System (SMS) Policies, programs, and procedures under the PDCA cycle. Enhancing the Safety Culture of client Employees and Contractors. Responsibilites:Maintain compliance with all applicable EHS regulations, client EHS Standards, and other requirements adopted by the business.Implement Annual Work Plans to achieve safety objectives and goals, with the approval of US SBU T&D EHS Manager.Active involvement in the Annual Program of Internal and External client EHS Audits, Assessments and Action. Plan follow up.Ensure hierarchy of controls in General Hazard Assessment and Risk Analysis, Job Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis. Proactive participation in the Incident Management Program per client EHS Standards/OSHA. With a focus of reporting and investigating Non-Injury SIP events using TapRoot Methodology.Develop and deliver Health and Safety Orientation and training programs for client Indiana employees.Oversee the implementation of the Proactive Safety Program. Visit job sites and facilities to conduct Safety Walks, Work Activity Observations, Safety Inspections, and follow up in due time and form.Active participation in cross functional activities with client Ohio (T&D) EHS Team. Provide leadership and technical expertise for Health and Safety programs for client and Contractor Employees with a primary focus in the field. Health and Safety assignments / Special Projects. Additional Job DescriptionSafety Reports on a weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.Active role in Safety Day execution and in One on One calls/meetings with Team Leader of Health and Safety.Planning and execution of Safety Drill, according to the Emergency Action Plan. Control of Documents review, implementation, and control.Planning and implementation of General Safety Orientation for Contractors during Recovery Emergency Plan as a result of storms.
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
Most of the company's facilities are located in California. Under the direction of the Environmental Compliance Supervisor, this position will primarily engage in providing environmental compliance support to the EHS, construction and operations teams during the late-stage development and construction phase of renewable assets portfolio in California and other states as projects are constructed.This role is a full-time and hybrid position, working remotely (from home) and will be based out of Southern California (Kern County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County areas preferred) making as needed day trips to the projects to support compliance activities. The individual needs to be located within driving distance to each of the facilities to be accessible for the required as needed day trips to the projects. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned as needed) - Develop environmental compliance programs for each project encompassing all local, state and federal permitting requirements.- Manage and perform field environmental audits, reporting, and monitoring for construction projects and renewable energy facilities.- Review technical reports and provide quality assurance of project documents with a focus on compliance of permit conditions, procedures, and regulatory agency regulations for projects in the development stage through execution stage.- Working closely with EPC and contractors/consultants to ensure project compliance providing guidance, interpretation, and requirements.- Initiate support with development team during late-stage entitlement and resource agency permit procurement to provide seamless transition to construction- Ensure seamless transition to operational compliance.- Review cost budgets, seek proposals and support contracting, invoicing, work plans, and execution strategies for the environmental compliance responsibilities.- Manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines.- Coordinate if asked with local, state and federal agencies on the project's behalf.- If requested, present training materials and documents. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS - At least 3 years of environmental and regulatory compliance. Preferred experience in the renewables industry.- Knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulatory agency laws, regulations, and permitting requirements.- Detailed knowledge of Erosion and Sediment Control and Stormwater regulations, compliance strategies and environmental engineering.- Experience in performing and participating environmental inspections and/or audits.- Knowledge of compliance including NEPA, CEQA, USACE, CWA, DOT, SPCC, EPA, CalEPA, and waste management, water quality (state and jurisdictional) air quality (state and jurisdictional), T&E species, USFW, CDFW, and Historical Resources.- Computer skills with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, SharePoint.- Highly organized with the ability to prioritize and delegate.- Ability to lead their responsibilities and work in a collaborative environment.- Ability to work under pressure and meet timelines.- Conscientious and detail-oriented with demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.- Good judgment and sound decision-making skills.- Will be partial office and field-based. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE - - Associates, Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience- Experience in environmental compliance and must be recent and relevant to this environmental position (required)- Knowledge of renewable energy facilities preferred, but not required.- Experience requesting consultant proposals and preparing agreements with environmental consultants preferred. COMMUNICATION SKILLS - - Strong interpersonal skills- Excellent written & verbal communication- Computer proficiency (combination of virtual, office based, and in-field) REASONING ABILITY & DECISION-MAKING SKILLS - Ability to work independently, requiring little to no supervision- Attention to detail and focus on quality- Problem solving skills- Proficient in identifying potential problems and develop written or verbal corrective action plans focused on resolving potential issues independently CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS - Valid CA driver's license with excellent driving record (required)- Certifications in other environmental compliance programs (i.e. QSP, HAZWOPER, etc.) (preferred) PHYSICAL DEMANDS - - Ability to comfortably lift up to 50lbs and ability to maneuver in steep grades and muddy conditions.- Travel to projects and overnight stays approximately 25% of the time- Personal vehicle may be needed for regular field visits (Mileage reimbursements based on the current federal mileage rate) WORK ENVIRONMENT - - Ability to conduct field work in challenging terrain and/or during inclement weather, often independently.
This company is a progressive developer and operator of utility-scale wind, solar, and battery energy storage facilities across California, New York, and Texas. The Analyst role focuses on overseeing the contractor safety programs, ensuring the well-being of staff, contractors, and visitors.The ideal candidate for this position is a reliable, self-motivated individual with strong organizational skills, capable of effective collaboration and communication within a team. They will operate with minimal supervision, contributing to the development, implementation, and support of the Contractor Safety Program within the renewable energy sector, covering solar, battery energy storage systems, and wind projects.This Analyst will be responsible for creating, implementing, and overseeing company-wide contractor safety programs, including the Contractor Drug & Alcohol Program, Contractor Safety Program, and Contractor Site Safety Orientation Program. They will play a pivotal role in ensuring safety policies and procedures are adhered to during pre-qualification, RFP, and construction phases. Additionally, the Analyst will mentor and guide Safety Coordinators responsible for implementing the contractor program in Operations.The role is a hybrid position, combining remote work with regular day trips to construction facilities in Southern California (Mojave, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside County). The individual needs to be based within driving distance of Southern California sites. Potential travel to additional projects in New York or Texas may be required over time.This is a newly created role, and the Analyst will be a key member of the Health & Safety team at this company.QualificationsESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Evaluate the current state of safety requirements for contractors to ensure alignment with company and stakeholder needs.Develop, implement, and maintain written contractor safety programs in compliance with state, federal, and local regulations.Recommend procedures, standards, and guidelines related to contractor safety, injury prevention, and illness programs.Collaborate with project managers and construction site managers to manage and address potential risk and safety issues effectively.Support Site Managers in contractor safety performance evaluations, incident root cause analyses, job site safety, and recordkeeping.Oversee the Drug and Alcohol program for contractors, acting as a Subject Matter Expert.Design and maintain procedures related to safety requirements in the contractor selection process.Report safety performance to senior leadership.Manage multiple projects, tasks, and deadlines.Conduct inspections and audits as directed on company sites.Periodic overnight travel to job sites and meetings may be required. QUALIFICATIONSMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS High proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with safety management system software.Excellent written communication skills with the ability to generate and deliver safety reports.Project management, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential.Highly organized and detail-oriented with a passion for ensuring safe work on all projects. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in occupational health and safety, EHS/HSE, or a related field, or equivalent field experience.Six years of relevant construction experience.Five years of experience in developing, implementing, and managing safety programs, contractor programs, and incident prevention.Proficient understanding of construction safety standards and regulations (OSHA, ANSI, and NFPA).Familiarity with contracting processes. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Motivates others through relationship building, expectations, and approach.Recognizes achievements and completes work objectives, gaining support for ideas and solutions.Cultivates interpersonal rapport and trust, both up and down, by exhibiting consistency and reliability.Listens for issues or conflicts and coaches others to relevant and meaningful solutions. REASONING ABILITY & DECISION-MAKING SKILLS Ability to work independently with little to no supervision.Attention to detail and focus on quality.Strong problem-solving skills.Proficient in identifying potential problems and developing corrective action plans focused on resolving issues independently. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OSHA 500 Course in Trainer Course in Occupational Safety & Health Standards for the Construction Industry.OSHA 511 Course in Occupational Safety and Health Standards for the General Industry.A valid Class C California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Company's vehicle insurance policy.Possess current qualifications in First Aid, Adult CPR and AED, as well as Blood-borne Pathogens.
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
Job Responsibilities: Foster relationships with government bodies, energy authorities, grid companies, design institutes, and other regional entities.Source renewable energy resources, lead early-stage project activities, and assess project development potential.Conduct business negotiations, coordinate with relevant parties, and finalize agreements and contracts.Specify requirements for renewable energy and wind power resource assessments, overseeing mast installations.Identify and assess risks impacting wind resource development, conduct feasibility studies, and produce analysis reports.Seek approvals and grid connections from government departments for renewable energy projects.Expand local customer networks, coordinate internal resources, and cultivate Chinese and foreign investor relations. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree or higher.Over five years of business development experience, preferably in the energy sector with a focus on renewable energy.Strong interpersonal, coordination, customer development, and marketing sales skills.In-depth knowledge of the renewable energy sector, industry regulations, and relevant technologies.Preferred experience in government power departments or grid companies.
Key Responsibilities: Reporting to respective country representativesLead the development of new wind farm projects from greenfield stage to construction and grid connection.Conduct feasibility studies, including site assessments, wind resource analysis, grid connection studies, and financial modeling.Manage contractual relationships with landowners, vendors, and contractors.Secure permits and approvals from government agencies and local communities.Manage project budgets and timelines, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.Oversee environmental and social impact assessments to ensure projects meet international standards.Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities etc.Keep up-to-date with the latest developments in wind energy technology and regulations. Requirements / skills: 3-5 years experience in wind energy project developmentStrong understanding of wind energy technology, grid connection, and financial modeling.Proven track record of successfully developing and delivering wind farm projects from concept to completion.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.Strong cultural sensitivity and ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.Fluency in English To be based at office in Manila, Philippines OR in Indonesia
At our company, we raise the quality of life around the world by changing the way energy works. Everyone makes an impact every day in our small, global teams. Apply here to start an extraordinary career today. POSITION: Company CE Senior Engineer, SCADA Controls DEPARTMENT: Grid Integration / SCADA & Resource Integration REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, SCADA & Resource Integration LOCATION: Full-time Remote We are currently looking for a dynamic and passionate SCADA Controls & Commissioning Engineer to oversee multiple aspects of the company Execution process for our renewable resource projects (PV, BESS, Wind, Hybrid, etc) including the Controls build-out, NERC Compliance, and hand-off to our Operations team. This person will work with various SCADA vendors, EPCs, equipment manufacturers, utilities, and internal teams to meet all grid integration, NERC, and company operational requirements. This is a great opportunity for someone with Renewable Energy SCADA Controls experience and an understanding of NERC Compliance to strengthen their skills and drive our Clean Energy division to be an industry leader in the renewable sector. The position is remote and requires up to 10% travel to project locations. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: SCADA Controls: Subject Matter Expert for SCADA Control development, commissioning, and testing Thorough understanding of control requirements for each type of project (PV Solar, PV + BESS, Standalone BESS, Wind, etc) and implementation of control logic to achieve required plant operations taking into account requirements from the Off-Taker, Interconnecting Utility, ISO/RTO, and others. When multiple SCADA Vendors are participating in a single project, coordinate all control requirements/responsibilities amongst the various vendors to ensure logic development is understood and coordinated between the various Vendors Understanding of Substation design taking into account static reactive resources within the substation (capacitor/reactor banks) and other devices affecting SCADA controls (i.e. On-Load Tap Changers). Coordinate with SCADA Vendors to ensure control logic meets all grid code requirements (LGIA, PPA, NERC Inverter Based Resource Guidelines, IEEE 2800, etc) Drive coordination with Utilities and ISOs/RTOs to develop SCADA Control logic (both Real and Reactive power controls) that meet local area Grid Code requirements. Serve as the company SME to utilities that may be unfamiliar with Renewable Resources or concerned about their impact to the grid. Drive continuous improvement with various SCADA Vendors with the goal of our company being the industry leader in SCADA controls. Areas of continuous improvement include designing controls per industry recommendations/guidelines (NERC IBR Guidelines, IEEE 2800, lessons learned from Projects, etc) Develop and document company Standards for SCADA Controls and develop SCADA Controls philosophy documents Review and oversee HMI build-out to ensure all applicable pages are available in the HMI, all equipment and associated operations parameters are displayed in a logical/functional way, HMI controls are intuitive, and HMI is consistent amongst projects. Where multiple SCADA Vendors are involved in a project, coordinate various Vendors to ensure all control requirements are accounted for in the HMI. Drive commissioning controls testing and create/obtain documentation showing completion of testing, any required corrective actions, and company final acceptance of test results Review, provide feedback, and act as approver for contractor project deliverable items including: Control test plan/procedure, Controls Narrative, SCADA PPC/MPPC testing reports, and others as required by the SCADA Project Engineer Provide input to project metering design to ensure controls are coordinated with project metering.