Project Engineer, Offshore Electrical Engineering

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This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window.

Job Description

Position Overview

As an Offshore Electrical Project Engineer, you will assist with the electrical design and evaluation of commercial and utility-scale offshore wind projects in development for the Invenergy’s target markets throughout the world, followed by technical supervision during project execution in the construction and commissioning phase.

These developments include Leading Light Wind connecting to New Jersey () and Even Keel Wind connecting to California ().

Responsibilities :

• Electrical designManage engineering consultants and contractors specialized in electrical design for offshore projectsPerform conceptual studies such as ampacity, electrical loss, and power flow to determine project design characteristics for projects in developmentWork in collaboration with the Offshore Electrical Engineering Manager and EYA & Siting Engineer to optimize the inter-array cable designCoordinate design efforts for the export cables of offshore wind farmsPrepare and supervise technical documentation for requisitions and solicitations to be used with contractors and other third partiesLiaise with OEMs, technologists, and manufacturers, to adapt designs according to the best industry practices and most recent design trends and productsOptimize cable sizing in collaboration with consultants and manufacturersSpecify and evaluate equipment and review / evaluate proposals in collaboration with consultantsCoordinate and optimize the design of offshore substationsEstablish the required values and parameters for the electrical design to be collected during the offshore geophysical and geotechnical campaign in collaboration with the Offshore G&G Engineering ManagerLiaise with the transmission group to get technical requirements at the point of interconnection, including the onshore interconnection transmission line and related substationsWork in collaboration with the development team to deconflict the nearshore area and the shore approach for the export cableWork and collaborate with the commercial and finance teams to provide necessary cost modeling inputs, and collaborate on cost optimizationCoordinate design according to the recommendations provided by the certified verification agent (CVA)Coordinate electrical design for effective and efficient installation during offshore campaignCoordinate work with other areas inside the organization as follows :
• ProcurementProvide technical documentation package for SOIs, RFPs, RFQs or any otherParticipate in weekly calls with OEMs to support in a technical mannerEstablish technical requirements in discussions with contractors and manufacturersEvaluate contractors’ technical proposals
• Permitting and real estateCollaborate with the real state team to coordinate efforts for rights-of-way and easementsCollaborate with the permitting team to prepare the required documentation package to secure permits
• ConstructionWork with other groups in the organization to optimize site design before construction startsCollaborate along project execution to clarify technical queries and other questionsAssist and participate during commissioningAttend FATs for major project equipment
• Engineering best practiceCollaborate in in-house technical documentation for the offshore engineering team, including best practices, Owner’s requirements, amongst othersCollaborate creating internal tools & templates for offshore electrical designExplore new software needs as necessaryAttend relevant external training, workshops and conferencesSupport internal trainings and workshops, as required by the companyProvide periodic reports to management as needed
• EPC&I contractorsLiaise with EPC contractors to understand design concerns and constraints, providing solutions to thoseCoordinate periodic calls and meetings with contractors to organize work in the most efficient wayAnalyze risks proactively, providing solutions for thoseMonitor project activities and progress from main officeAnalyze progress reports to correct deviations and deficiencies

Minimum Qualifications :

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years experience in renewable energy, utilities, offshore oil & gas or the offshore industry.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel up to 25%.
• Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Skills :

• 5 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, offshore oil & gas or the offshore industry in general.
• Direct experience in offshore wind engineering or offshore oil&gas industry
• Experience in HVDC and GIS (SF6) technologies
• Experience with HV submarine or underground cable including cable sizing studies
• Experience with detailed electrical modeling in ASPEN, PSSE, DIgSILENT, or similar
• Site experience in projects under construction
• Experience with management and coordination of Marine Warranty Surveyors
• Experience in the use of international electrical standards
• Experience managing interfaces between contractors
• Be an effective leader and communicator - strong verbal skills are required
• High degree of integrity and understanding of ethical industry standards
• International travels may be required.

Salary Range

$100,000 $115,000

Benefits

Eligible for medical, dental, vision, 401(k), bonus, paid time off, etc.

Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.