Project Engineer - Renewables
Climate17 are working closely with a well-known renewable energy business that own and operate a large portfolio of Solar PV, Onshore wind and Biogas assets across the UK.
They actively looking for either a Junior Project Engineer or a Project Engineer to join the energy Generation Team, responsible for the development, design and installation of new renewable energy projects.
Responsibilities- Develop grid connection options and manage the connection application process and liaise with National Grid, DNO’s & OFGEM
- Manage tendering processes for feasibility studies and project delivery.
- Manage the overall electrical design development from concept to detailed, using contractors and specialists were necessary.
- Provide project management during construction phase, including adherence to health and safety, compliance with the contract, technical oversight of the design and construction, resolving risks and issues.
- Prepare drawings such as SLD’s and schematics to support both operational sites and development projects.
- Identify and manage design risks and communicate to stakeholders.
- Travel to sites as required and ensure an onsite presence during the development and construction phases.
- Assist the planning team with technical input and the O&M team with technical input.
- Regular reporting and updating the highlighting risks, issues and impacts and providing recommended solutions.
- Higher education qualification, such as an Electrical Engineering discipline.
- Experienced in the design and operation of electrical equipment and distribution systems.
- Experienced in the GB electricity grid and the regimes for wind, solar and battery power.
- Knowledge of wind turbines and solar PV installations and their control systems, including HV and LV transformers, cables, switchgear and SCADA.
- Knowledge of G99, G100, ENA and Transmission application and compliance processes.
- Preparation of contract documentation and specifications.
- Computing skills including, including CAD, PV syst and PV sol, MS office & MS project.
- Construction experience, knowledge of CDM and relevant Health & Safety practices.
Location: Stroud, Glos. – Hybrid working available.
About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
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