HV Electrical Engineer

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a HV Electrical Engineer in Bogotá - Colombia to be part of our global team working together towards our vision - Improving our future. As our HV Electrical Engineer you will support or lead design activities towards delivering technical compliant MV and HV interconnection projects. Take ownership and responsibility to ensure all technical/contractual requirements are considered and implemented enabling the successful completion of the projects. Support the development and operations of projects through technical assessments/investigations, due diligence studies and designs by engaging the various business units and relevant external stakeholders.

Main responsibilities

• Support projects from developments stage up to execution.

• Support and review interconnection solutions accurately and timeously based on the information provided.

• Support in evaluating the technical business case and provide input to the plausibility of the project.

• Using Power Factory DigSilent, implement preliminary plant and utility grid simulation models to estimate, amongst others, the size of compensation equipment like STATCOMs/Cap Banks or SVCs.

• Develop and establish the technical base case and specifications of the project related to its interconnection works.

• Review and evaluate technical documentation and contracts (PPA, Grid Code, Connection Agreement, etc.) to establish technical requirements to be implemented in the interconnection solutions.

• Support Supply Chain Management on compilation and evaluation of RFP documents and supplier responses.

• Conduct detailed due diligence and investigations to conclude on technology selections where relevant for interconnection works.

• Manage, coordinate and compile the complete system design package for interconnection works. Detail design will be mostly outsourced, but the party to which it is out sourced needs to be managed.

• Draft and/or approve technical schedules for various contracts (PPA, (S)-EPC, O&M, etc.) related to the interconnection works.

• Support Execution Team with planning and alignment of technical aspects of the project.

• Manage, coordinate and review the detailed engineering design package / process for the interconnection works.

• Ensure that all relevant design information identified throughout the structuring phase is implemented in the detailed designs that will be issued for construction.

• Support in stakeholder engagements (utility, LTA, suppliers, contractors, etc.) to establish requirements, resolve matters critical to reaching Financial Close

• As required - compile PowerFactory DigSilent models to evaluate solutions w.r.t. Grid Code Compliance.

• Ensure the interconnection facilities are constructed correctly as per the designed.

• Review and approve design change request or proposals in the event of deviations from the Issued for Construction designs.

• Assist in establishing and evaluating quality expectations and documentation during construction.

• Conduct site visits to monitor and ensure design expectations are implemented.

• Support and drive testing and commissioning activities towards Plant Energization and Commercial Operation Date

Qualifications and competencies

• Fluent in Spanish and English, spoken and written.

• Degree in Electrical / Electronical Engineering or Degree in Electro Mechanical Engineering

• 4+ years electrical engineering experience

• 2+ years project environment experience

• 3+ years distribution and reticulation design experience

• Experience with UPME/CNO and good knowledge of Colombian Grid Code

Desired but not mandatory:

• Experience in AutoCAD

• Experience in RE Project interconnection design and execution.

• Site Based Experience

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees' terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way

• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently

• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust

• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

Additional information

12-month position, contract can be extended

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.