RWE Offshore Wind GmbH, Hamburg, Essen

Full time, Permanent

RWE Renewables develops and constructs renewable energy projects around the world, and owns and operates offshore wind farm projects throughout Europe representing a total of 2.4 GW.

Awel y Môr Offshore Wind Farm is a 1100MW project being developed by RWE Renewables to the west of, and as an extension to, the existing Gwynt y Môr Offshore Wind Farm. It is located approximately 10.5km off the Welsh coast in the Irish Sea, with a maximum total area of 78km2. RWE is seeking to appoint a Senior Cable Engineer for the offshore and onshore packages.

Your role

As Senior Cable Engineer you will be part of an Engineering team providing expertise in offshore and onshore wind projects, Awel y Môr in particular, with a focus on inter-array and export (offshore and onshore cables), with particular responsibility for:

• Technical expertise for HV and MV cable systems
• RCAs in case of component failures
• Preparation and review of technical documentation and involvement in the related tender, contract and procurement process for our projects
• Technical management of related 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 a hands on approach to 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, foundations and SCADA systems.

Your key tasks and responsibilities

The role will sit in RWE Renewables’ Electrical Components Team, supporting the Engineering Manager and Package Managers within projects with responsibilities including:

• Ensuring a robust through life design of the project’s electrical system supporting on all aspects of the HV and MV cable systems
• Development of specifications, subsequent TQ clarifications and ensuring specification compliance with selected consultants and contractors
• A strong focus on safety through design and through life performance of the assets
• Supporting the progression of the electrical system design, procurement and project management of the cables systems’ component parts in liaison with the Lead Electrical Engineer
• 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 foundations, in co-operation with other Engineers and Package Managers

Your profile:

• University degree (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• Relevant work experience as a component specialist for cables
• High-end expertise regarding rating, design and testing – the optimum would be work experience gained within a manufacturer, or an Offshore Wind Farm Developer
• Relevant experience regarding related project work, especially in the fields of technical specification writing and negotiations

Desirable skills:

• Chartership in an Engineering discipline and membership of recognised professional body
• Renewable energy/offshore wind farm experience
• Demonstrable experience of working effectively in an international business
• Excellent communication, coordination and leadership skills, highly motivated, confident and resourceful
• Valid driving licence

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Apply now with just a few clicks: ad code 80972, application deadline 26/04/2023.

Any questions? Felix González Fernández, FelixGonzalez@rwe.com 

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RWE represents change, innovation and sustainability. As one of the world’s leading generators of electricity from renewable energy sources, we aim to be carbon-neutral by 2040 and to enable a sustainable life for people around the world. To achieve this, we are looking for dynamic and motivated people to join us in creating a sustainable and secure energy future.

RWE Renewables GmbH, based in Essen, Germany, is RWE’s youngest subsidiary and one of the world’s leading companies in the field of renewable energies. With an international team of around 3,500 employees, we are drivers of the energy transition – and provide electricity for a sustainable life. Our total capacity of more than 9 gigawatts results from onshore and offshore wind parks, photovoltaic plants and battery storage. We focus on growth: on the American continent, on the European core markets and on new markets in the Asia-Pacific region.