Senior / Lead HVDC Electrical Engineer – Technical Specialist / Project Leader NEW

Job description

We are looking for candidates holding a qualification in Electrical Engineering /Electrical Power Systems or similar. Your role will involve working on bids and projects as part of a team and/or individually, on various projects, also client-side. We are interested in all, or some of the skills and experience listed below, though not every single point is required to be considered:

• Demonstrable experience of providing power system consultancy services for transmission and distribution utilities and HVDC developer
• Knowledge of European and international distribution and transmission network grid connection processes and Grid Codes
• Client and project management on project tasks
• Extensive knowledge of different HVDC technologies and converter station layouts
• Demonstrable experience in HVDC projects including interconnectors and onshore and offshore schemes

Is this role right for you?

We are looking for people who have:

• A Qualification in electrical engineering / power systems
• Experience of power system analysis and delivery of detailed power systems studies in software packages, such as PowerFactory, PSS/E, IPSA, ETAP, PSCAD, EMTP-ATP, ERACS and SKM
• Capability in DPL, Python, or other modelling languages
• Experience in performing insulation co-ordination studies
• Working knowledge of power system protection settings and co-ordination, detailed cable thermal rating calculations, Transformer design and rating calculations, system losses calculations, Cost/benefit analysis and Earthing study design utilising CDEGs. 

Why Arup? 

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup’s success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Flexible working: The choice between a full-time or part-time model, working from home up to 3 days a week and up to 20 days a year from another country.
• Well-being & Family: Company pension scheme, occupational disability insurance, mobility (e.g. Swapfiet’s rental bike), daycare subsidy of up to 150 euros per month, and in Berlin we also offer a daycare place with our cooperation partner if required.