Senior Principal HVDC

Who we are

Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy company, part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany), specializing in complex power system challenges.Our goal is to provide high-quality solutions for the challenges of the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offers strategic, technical, and regulatory advice in all fields related to power transmission, as well as a range of specialist solutions to a diverse and international client base in the power sector.

Elia Grid International has offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia and Canada.

Your function

EGI wishes to reinforce its team working onInfrastructure. To achieve this, we are looking foran experienced Senior Principal HVDC to join our HVDC competency centre.

In this role you will lead the design, development, and delivery of advanced solutions for the integration of renewable energy, HVDC, and FACTS systems. You will proactively develop new revenue streams within current and prospective customers, identify and understand customer needs, and develop solutions to meet them. You will be building relationships with industry players and collaborating directly with the C-Suite of utilities, Project Developers, and System Operators. You will be leading a team of HVDC and FACTS experts and report directly to the Business Partner, Infrastructure Design and Specification.

Responsibilities

• Lead/co-coordinate teams of engineers and consultants in all technical aspects related to HVDC and FACTS transmission projects including specification development; technology solution evaluation; contract negotiation; design review; factory witness testing of major equipment; control and protection system design and factory testing; commissioning; operational readiness; and operation and maintenance of the HVDC and FACTS systems.
• Take part in the early design and coordinate the Front-End Engineering and Design phase of such projects. Oversee procurement and tendering activities and support the project Owners in various phases of their projects.
• Drive and stimulate the development of HVDC interconnector and offshore solutions proposed by EGI.
• Interface with original equipment suppliers, transmission system operators, and project developers.
• Lead a team of subject matter experts and facilitate a smooth collaboration between the local and the global organization.
• Contribute to the continuous evolution of the company by adopting best practices, seeking improvement opportunities and engaging in the development of strategic partnerships.
• Support in daily business, resource planning, sales and operations planning, recruitment, and management of consultants/contractors.
• Ensure that all project activities are carried out according to policies, quality standards, and financial targets.

Your profile

• Be knowledgeable of the HVDC and FACTS industry
• 10-25 years of professional experience in the HVDC field in leadership positions (Team Leader, Project Manager, Project Director, Chief Engineer or similar)
• Bachelors in Electrical Engineering
• Industry expert with credibility and a name in the industry to open doors and command respect when proposing solutions.
• Experience in the development of technical specifications, design reviews, factory acceptance testing of HVDC major equipment and control and protection systems, commissioning, operational readiness, and the operation and maintenance of HVDC assets.
• Experience interfacing and dealing with HVDC original equipment suppliers.
• Proven success in business development, specially producing solutions and shaping offers to solve customer challenges at C-Level contacts.
• Experience overseeing the delivery of strategic or operational consulting services to the electricity transmission sector.
• Managing and delivery of large and complex projects leveraging a global team of experienced professionals and experts
• Knowledge of strategy development, market & regulations, business transformation, offshore grid, interconnectors, digitalization or other topics related to the energy transition.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Mobility and flexibility, willing to travel for international assignments depending on the business development needs.

What we offer

• Permanent or freelance contract;
• Attractive salary package and an extensive array of fringe benefits;
• Exciting, professional and international environment in a fast-growing company;
• Unique training, personal development and growth opportunities;

At EGI, we value diversity and inclusion. We are firmly committed to promoting gender equality in all aspects of our organization, from recruitment to professional development. We believe that diverse teams are more creative, innovative, and high-performing. Join us to contribute to an environment where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and fulfilment.

Choose EGI and help us guide the worldwide power sector into a future of clean and sustainable energy, smarter and more flexible grids, decentralized production and HVDC systems that span across seas and land to interconnect countries, regions, and different energy markets for the benefit of generations to come.

Location

Canada (preferred location) Mobility required: worldwide (willingness to travel abroad for international assignments depending on the business development or project needs).

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