Senior / Lead HVDC Electrical Engineer - Technical Specialist / Project Leader

Stellenbeschreibung:

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Germany and in Europe. Around the globe, Arup’s electrical engineers bring specialist expertise to solutions for buildings, transport, energy, water and critical minerals sectors. Our determination to be a leader in the global net‑zero transition underpins our ambition to grow our activity in markets that will enable and deliver low‑carbon solutions of international importance to these sectors.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Senior / Lead HVDC Electrical Engineer – Technical Specialist / Project Leader to work with our Energy and Infrastructure Team in Germany. The role would ideally be based in one of our European offices.

Work as part of an interdisciplinary team of advisors and engineers alongside other experts to support delivery of T&D infrastructure projects.
Contribute to, and lead, the design of HVAC and/or HVDC packages through all design stages from concept to construction and hand‑over.
Coordinate with other internal and external project stakeholders including other disciplines, service providers and clients.
Present technical solutions to clients, contractors and authorities.

The Role

We are looking for candidates holding a qualification in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Power Systems or similar. Your role will involve working on bids and projects as part of a team and/or individually on various projects, also client‑side. We are interested in all, or some, of the skills and experience listed below, though not every single point is required to be considered:

Demonstrable experience of providing power system consultancy services for transmission and distribution utilities and HVDC developers.
Knowledge of European and international distribution and transmission network grid connection processes and Grid Codes.
Client and project management on project tasks.
Extensive knowledge of different HVDC technologies and converter station layouts.
Demonstrable experience in HVDC projects including interconnectors and onshore and offshore schemes.

We Are Looking For People Who Have

A qualification in electrical engineering / power systems.
Experience of power system analysis and delivery of detailed power systems studies in software packages such as PowerFactory, PSS/E, IPSA, ETAP, PSCAD, EMTP‑ATP, ERACS and SKM.
Capability in DPL, Python, or other modelling languages.
Experience in performing insulation co‑ordination studies.
Working knowledge of power system protection settings and co‑ordination, detailed cable thermal rating calculations, transformer design and rating calculations, system losses calculations, cost/benefit analysis and Earthing study design utilising CDEGs.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust‑owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit‑share programme, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits That Work For You

Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programmes, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short‑term or long‑term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
Financial Well‑being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit‑sharing programme.
Flexible working: The choice between a full‑time or part‑time model, working from home up to 3 days a week and up to 20 days a year from another country.
Well‑being & Family: Company pension scheme, occupational disability insurance, mobility (e.g. Swapfiets rental bike), daycare subsidy of up to 150 euros per month, and in Berlin we also offer a daycare place with our cooperation partner if required.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected and valued.

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