Team Lead- Substation Electrical Design

ersg are supporting an international EPC Contractor in their search for a Grid Manager to support their Grid Connection process and adherence to Grid Code on their Renewable Energy projects in the South of Italy.This is a remote working role, with the expectation to travel to site and client meetings regularly.Key responsibilities in this role include;Act as the primary point of contact for all grid connection matters.Manage relationships with TSOs.Execute & Coordinate of grid connection works.Coordinate technical discussions and compliance meetings with grid operators and project stakeholders.Manage adherence to all Grid Code requirements and connection agreements during construction.Develop and maintain technical documentation required for grid compliance.Collaborate with key stakeholders (Engineering, Project Management, SHEQ teams).Manage process across full project lifecycle and adherence to project milestones.This role offers a salary between €70,000 and €90,000 + bonus + expenses + healthcare + benefits.Applicants should have at least five years of Grid Management on Renewable Energy projects, and be able to demonstrate their relationship with Italian Grid Operators.Applicants MUST have an Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification (degree level).ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

Primary Plant Engineering Prepare and develop scope of works, technical specifications and engineering requirements for transmission substation plant equipment.Provide engineering support across a range of primary plant equipment including AIS and GIS switchgear, transformers, reactors, FACTS equipment, grid stabilisation technologies and associated substation systems.Review contractor and consultant designs during project development and delivery phases.Assess technical compliance against project specifications, standards and client requirements.Support the management of technical queries, engineering deviations and design changes.Work collaboratively with other engineering disciplines to ensure successful delivery of integrated substation designs.Design Assurance and Technical Review Review and provide technical approval recommendations for contractor design deliverables.Attend and support Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) and review resulting documentation.Support engineering assurance activities throughout procurement, manufacture, installation and commissioning phases.Identify technical risks and support development of practical engineering solutions.Promote best practice, innovation and continuous improvement within the electrical plant discipline.Support the Technical Authority process through design reviews and technical assessments.Safety and Risk Management Apply Safety by Design principles throughout all project phases.Support compliance with CDM Regulations and design risk management processes.Participate in engineering risk reviews, HAZID, HAZOP and other project assurance activities as required.Ensure engineering and operational risks are identified, assessed and appropriately mitigated.Support the production and maintenance of engineering risk documentation and design records.Stakeholder ManagementDevelop and maintain productive working relationships with project teams, contractors, consultants, manufacturers and operational stakeholders.Liaise with engineers from Civil, Cable, Protection & Control and Building Services disciplines.Support efficient coordination between engineering disciplines to achieve project objectives.Communicate technical issues, risks and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.Site and Manufacturing Support Support installation, testing and commissioning activities where required.Attend UK and international manufacturing facilities and project sites as necessary.Provide technical support during issue resolution and defect management activities.Assist site and operational teams to ensure quality installations and minimise risks to network security.Requirements for the Role Business Knowledge Good understanding of the GB transmission network and substation infrastructure.Awareness of interfaces between Plant, Civil, Cable, Protection & Control and Building Services disciplines.Understanding of transmission asset lifecycles and capital project delivery.Appreciation of transmission owner obligations and regulatory requirements.Understanding of engineering governance and project delivery processes. Essential Functional/Technical Skills Demonstrable experience in transmission-level primary plant engineering, ideally up to 400kV.Experience in one or more of the following areas:o Design o Manufacture o Factory Acceptance Testing o Installation o Commissioning o Asset ManagementTechnical understanding of AIS and GIS switchgear, transformers, reactors and associated substation equipment.Knowledge of relevant British and International standards.Understanding of relevant legislation including CDM Regulations and ESQCR.Ability to review technical documentation and provide clear engineering feedback.Degree in Electrical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline.Chartered Engineer status or progression towards professional registration is desirable.Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to identify and prioritise critical engineering issues.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Ability to work independently whilst contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management capability.Commitment to delivering quality, safety and engineering excellence.Behaviours Demonstrates a proactive approach to safety and quality.Builds positive and effective working relationships.Takes ownership of responsibilities and delivers outcomes effectively.Supports continuous improvement and innovation.Shares knowledge and promotes best practice.Acts with professionalism, integrity and accountability. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.

ersg are searching for a Substation Commissioning Engineer to join a major contractor in the Irish Power, Transmission & Distribution sectors. This role requires someone with experience in commissioning ESB substations, and you will be working across multiple projects across Ireland.The successful candidate will be responsible for;Verifying all primary and secondary substation plant/equipment is suitable for a Declaration of Fitness.Conduct all on-site HV commissioning tests on related plant.Verify communications systems (SCADA, RTU, automation systems) are operational.Lead commissioning on protection and control equipment.Review and ensure comprehensive documentation of all test records.Develop and nurture the update of commissioning procedures and standards.You will have demonstrable experience in the commissioning of ESB HV substations. Qualifications will include a degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, ideally Power Engineering. You must have a full, clean driving license and be able to prove your eligibility to work in Ireland.This is a great time to join our client. In this role, you will play an integral part of their growth.ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.