Grid Services Manager

Our client Scottish Power Renewables are currently recruiting for a Grid Services Manager to join their team based in Glasgow or London on a contract basis initially. Ideally for this role they are looking for an experienced Grid professional with an offshore wind farm background. For more information on this role please see below:

Main Purpose of Job

The Grid Services Manager is a critical role within the Offshore Renewables Business, focussing on the delivery of large-scale offshore wind projects in the UK, Europe and overseas.

Belonging to Electrical Design Department and reporting to the UK Lead Grid and System Studies Manager, the Grid Services Engineer will be responsible for various aspects of the electrical design in offshore wind projects, including but not limited to electrical system studies, Grid Code compliance and the implementation of Grid ancillary services.

The position may require frequent travel to various locations in the UK and overseas and the individual should be capable of managing teams working at different project locations.

Key Tasks
 ? Support the Project Engineering Managers to develop the electrical system design of the project assets, ensuring that the process is recorded and justified
 ? Support the Lead Grid and System Studies Manager for the management of the suppliers or consultants in undertaking electrical system studies and other technical electrical assessments to the project including the provision of required inputs from the System Operator and control all electrical design information to and from all packages on the project
 ? Support the Lead Grid and System Studies Manager to manage the interface with the grid operator (System Operator and/or Transmission Owner)
 ? Develop Technical and Commercial forums with the TSO regarding Grid Compliance and ancillary services connections
 ? Coordinate the review, evaluation and approval of all electrical designs, inputs, studies and design changes. Ensure management of design variations to the system design basis (e.g. through design review workshops etc)
 ? Establish opportunities for additional revenue in the Projects through the implementation of optimisations in the electrical design and the delivery of Ancillary Services/ Grid Service Products (e.g. Reactive Power, Frequency Response, Stability, Inertia, other)
 ? Ensure the required number and iterations of the electrical system studies are optimised to reduce variation orders using engineering judgement, and performed to suitably validate the electrical design basis and provide relevant inputs to all Packages tendering main electrical equipment and cables
 ? Define the main design criteria and functional design requirements of main HVAC/HVDC and MV systems including main electrical equipment (incl. STATCOM, FACTS), inter-array and export cables, managing the work of a team of specialists in the aforementioned areas
 ? Review the suitability of HVAC and HVDC design and ratings proposed by suppliers of the Export Cable, offshore (Converter) substation main electrical equipment (MEQ), inter-array cables (IAC) and wind turbine generator (WTG) electrical equipment in accordance with the electrical studies
 ? Arrange technical meetings / workshops as required.
 ? Submit (modification) applications as required to align the connection agreement with project programme, capacity and connection design.
 ? Control submission of relevant project data to the Grid Operator as required by relevant agreements.
 ? Ensure Grid Code compliance of the wind farm and wider electrical system. Ensure the required electrical system studies are carried out to demonstrate compliance
 ? Ensure the correct implementation of standard and non-standard requirements documentation in all electrical system packages, identify risks and manage interfaces associated with the electrical design
 ? Ensure compliance with existing Iberdrola/Scottish Power Renewables’ standard specifications, design procedures and guidelines, document and agree variations to them and contribute to future revisions
 ? Ensure corporate H&SE policies are adhered to in all matters and industry best practice
 ? Participate in project meetings and report to the Project Services Electrical Engineering Team status, risks, and lessons learned
 ? Ensure the promotion of innovation in the project and share amongst Electrical Design Department and
other Iberdrola/Scottish Power Renewables’ projects.

Key Criteria

Technical Skills
 ? Educated to degree level or equivalent in electrical / power systems engineering with a higher-level degree (e.g. MSc, MEng, PhD) desirable
 ? Knowledge and experience in electrical systems related to Renewable Energy Systems (RES), Offshore Wind Farms (OWF), HVAC/HVDC grid connections, Flexible AC transmission System (FACTS)
 ? Experience in the area of Electrical and Grid Works related to offshore wind.
 ? Experience in the implementation and delivery of ancillary services/ grid products (Reactive Power, Frequency Response, Stability etc.) in offshore wind projects
 ? Generator and/or transmission system grid compliance process and principles.
 ? Proven experience in power system studies and system electrical design.
 ? Wind farm and grid control management systems.
 ? HVAC and HVDC Connections, Transformers, Power Electronic Converters, STATCOMS, Reactors, Switchgears, Harmonic Filters, On-and-Offshore HV Cable Design aspects.
 ? Manufacturing, construction, and installation of offshore / onshore grid works for offshore wind, large generators, or transmission works.
 ? Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) electrical systems/control systems and Grid Code Compliance experince.
 ? Grid regulation in either UK, USA (East Coast), France, Germany.
 ? Experience in delivery of large packages/projects, including contract management, programme management, cost and risk control.
 ? Experience in large multidisciplinary project work in international environments - proactive leader and motivator, with an ability to work, manage work tasks and decision-making processes under pressure and to tight deadlines

Other Skills
 ? Sound relationship management skills and confidence working with Project Managers, Directors and Senior Management
 ? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence and develop key project and business decisions
 ? Excellent report writing, presentation skills and ability to summarize key parameters and drivers impacting the project and business
 ? Innovative and creative thinking, with pro-active and diligent approach
 ? Problem solving with high capacity for change and experience of leading others through change
 ? Proven ability in defining early Development Projects, giving accurate, concise and timely advice to development teams
 ? Experience in dealing with health and safety and environmental legislation associated with construction, marine and offshore projects.