Control Room Engineer

Join Our Team as a Control Engineer!

Location: Saint Nazaire (2024 & 2025), Dieppe (2026), or Operating Electrical Network from Offshore Substation

Rotation: 2 weeks ON / 2 weeks OFF, Day and Night shifts, 12h per shift

Job Description:

As a Control Engineer, you will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of our wind farm's electrical assets, including the HV and LV power system. You will act as the asset operator, performing and coordinating electrical switching activities, managing the day-to-day electrical network operations, and maintaining the transmission assets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and manage the project’s Electrical Network ensuring electrical safety for personnel and assets.
  • Coordinate and perform switching operations for electrical safety isolations and network operations.
  • Develop and maintain a strong electrical safety culture.
  • Communicate with grid operators and contractors to optimize wind farm production.
  • Operate and manage the project’s Control Room and its operational logs.
  • Ensure compliance with local and national grid code requirements.
  • Act as the Electrical Safety Control Engineer (ESCE), responsible for final decision on switching activities.
  • Train O&M personnel and mentor junior Control Engineers.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in HV operation and management of networks up to 225KV.
  • Strong knowledge of HV/LV transmission networks and power systems.
  • Qualified and authorized in electrical engineering.
  • Fluency in English; proficiency in French is a strong advantage.
  • Experience in offshore windfarm commissioning or operations is essential.

Training:

  • HTB accreditation according to NF C18-510 – H1, H1V, H2, H2V, HC, HE Test, HE Maneuver, HE Verification.
  • GWO – Working at Heights, Sea Survival, Manual Handling, First Aid, Fire Awareness, and Escape Shoot training.

We offer a competitive package, a dynamic work environment, and the opportunity to be part of a growing and innovative team. If you meet the qualifications and are ready to power the future with us, apply today!

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Job Details
Location
France
Job Type
Contract
Ref
258545
Posted
28 MAY 2025
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