Substation Facilities Engineer

Substation Facilities Engineer

Location(s):

Coventry, COV, GB, CV4 8PB

London, City of London, GB, EC2R 8HP

Swindon, Wiltshire, GB, SN5 6PB

RWE Renewables UK Management Ltd.

To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Functional area: Engineering

RWE develops, constructs and operates renewable energy projects around the world, and owns and operates offshore wind turbines throughout Europe representing a total of 2.4 GW. RWE is therefore uniquely positioned to drive the energy transition forward, as well as to play a leading role in the sector at an international level.

Due to increasing workload, we are now seeking a Substation Facilities Engineer to assist us in progressing our offshore wind projects towards construction. As the projects progress, there may be some work required outside of your base location at contractor locations as business/project needs dictate and some travel will be required with the role, both nationally and internationally.

About the role

As Substation Facilities Engineer you will be part of an Engineering team contributing specialist skills in offshore wind projects with a focus on offshore substation platforms, with particular responsibility for:

Technical knowledge for offshore substation facilities, and auxiliary and LV systems

RCAs in case of component failures

Preparation of technical documentation and involvement in the related tender, contract and procurement process for our projects

Technical management of related mechanical and electrical works on project construction sites

Technical lead in supplier and product prequalification process

Technical lead in factory audits

Application and further development of relevant internal standards, regulations, norms and best practice

Project reporting and development of processes and procedures

You will need direct involvement in Engineering and be expected to work closely with other package teams within the projects and in the line organisation, and in particular have involvement with and provide support for the development of the wider electrical systems including the offshore & onshore substations, cables, foundations and SCADA systems

The role will sit in RWE Electrical Components Team, supporting the Engineering Manager and Package Managers within development, constructions and/or operational projects with responsibilities including:

Ensuring a robust through life design of the projects offshore substation design supporting on all aspects of the auxiliary systems including building fabric, drainage, cable and pipework systems, fire detection and protection, HVAC, small power & lighting, battery and UPS systems etc.

Development of specifications, subsequent TQ clarifications and ensuring specification compliance with selected consultants and contractors

An emphasis on safety through design and through life performance of the assets

Supporting the progression of the system design, procurement and project management of the substation component parts in liaison with the Lead Electrical Engineer

Coordination and monitoring of related works at substation fabrication/construction sites

Close liaison with technical experts in the Electrical, Controls and Instrumentation Department and Engineers working on similar projects to ensure their knowledge is effectively utilised on the project

Co-ordination and management of interfaces with other major construction packages, such as substations and cabling, in co-operation with other Engineers and Package Managers

Essential skill requirements:

University degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering discipline