Ireland, Acre Resources
Our client is an innovative technology business that generates renewable energy from tidal streams. They require a Senior Electrical Engineer to work with their electrical power conversion systems, and on the development of the grid connection methods.
Based in Ireland, this company has received multiple awards and global recognition for its innovative and market-leading technology. This is a key position within the company and the successful applicant will focus on the design of cabling, power transmission and distribution.
Main duties include:
• Developing power conditioning & transmissions systems appropriate for the subsea environment
• Preparing component specifications and liaising with suppliers on procurement
• Liaising with Local Utility Operators to formalise connection agreement and specialist suppliers of submarine cables and electrical equipment
• Developing condition monitoring systems (sensors, data acquisition)
Along with exceptional analytical and electrical problem solving skills you will have a minimum of 5 years electrical engineering experience with significant time served in power conversion and/or transmission/distribution.
In addition you will have:
• A proactive and positive approach to engineering challenges
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Good client-facing skills, comfortable dealing with multiple stakeholders
• Ability to work in conjunction with Mechanical & Marine Engineers
• A practical and pragmatic approach to work with an emphasis on simplicity of design and operation
Candidates who have engineering experience from the renewable energy industry, with knowledge of grid compliant power conditioning and who have experience of power transmission in a marine environment will be given preference; however these are not mandatory for this position.
This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work on cutting-edge electromagnetic engineering projects in one of the most innovative areas of renewable energy. The company aims to deploy farms of tidal turbines which will silently and invisibly generate electricity on a global scale; you could be part of this exciting vision.
Due to the high response we receive to adverts we are only able to respond to applicants closely matching the criteria.