Senior Wind Power Plant Electrical Engineer
Our client is a globally recognized leader in engineering, design, and consultancy, delivering innovative solutions across diverse industries. With a commitment to excellence and sustainability, they specialize in shaping large-scale, impactful projects that drive progress and innovation worldwide.
As a Senior Wind Power Plant Electrical Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and optimizing renewable energy projects that advance sustainable development goals. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact initiatives, leveraging your expertise to shape the future of wind energy solutions.
Location: Warsaw
Work model: Hybrid
Contract type: Employment contract
Salary: 20,000 PLN - 25,000 PLN
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Leadership:
- Conduct feasibility studies, site assessments, and technical evaluations for wind power projects.
- Lead the design and optimization of wind turbine placement and layouts to maximize energy output and project feasibility.
- Evaluate and interpret wind data, turbine capacity, and site-specific conditions to forecast energy yields.
Design and Coordination:
- Develop specifications and oversee the electrical design of LV/MV systems, including step-up transformers, MV switchgear, and synchronization systems.
- Produce and review guidelines and requirements for subcontractors conducting wind-related field measurements and site investigations.
- Coordinate and review submittals from turbine manufacturers and contractors to ensure project alignment.
- Collaborate with civil and structural engineers to assess turbine and structural loads based on site-specific wind conditions.
- Work with environmental engineers to evaluate and mitigate the environmental impacts of projects, including noise, wildlife, and land use considerations.
Project Oversight:
- Manage subcontractors performing wind-related field measurements, ensuring data accuracy and adherence to project guidelines.
- Support the integration of wind energy systems into the grid, assessing system compatibility and proposing solutions as needed.
- Develop specifications and requirements for SCADA systems to enable effective monitoring and control of wind turbines and wind farms.
Vendor and Stakeholder Management:
- Act as a technical liaison with turbine manufacturers, ensuring adherence to project requirements.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver integrated, cost-effective solutions for wind power projects.
Economic and Strategic Insight:
- Contribute to strategies for making wind energy projects competitive in the energy market, focusing on cost optimization and performance.
Qualifications
General Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university; Master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in wind power plant engineering with a focus on feasibility studies and technical design.
- Expertise in wind turbine technology, including key components such as blades, nacelles, towers, generators, and transformers.
- Proficiency in wind energy software tools such as HOMER, WindPRO, and WAsP.
- Strong analytical skills to assess wind data, evaluate site feasibility, and optimize turbine layouts.
- Knowledge of economic principles related to renewable energy project development.
Electrical Engineering Focus:
- Ability to design and assess LV/MV electrical systems, including step-up transformers and MV switchgear.
- Experience with grid integration and familiarity with tools like PSS/E or Power Factory.
- Understanding of wind turbine control algorithms, including pitch, yaw, and variable-speed control.
- Proven ability to specify and develop SCADA systems for remote turbine monitoring and control.
Additional Skills:
- Strong project management and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills to interact with diverse stakeholders.
- Basic understanding of environmental and structural considerations in wind power projects.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Salary.
- Employment contract.
- Benefits: health insurance and sport card (after the probation period)
- International environment, open communication, and continuous learning opportunities.
What happens after your application? Steps in the recruitment process:
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You will be contacted by an Antal Consultant(s) who will tell you more about the position and the company and conduct an initial recruitment interview with you.
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You will attend three meetings with company representatives.
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After that, a hiring decision will be made, for which we are keeping our fingers firmly crossed!
What will you gain by applying for the Antal job offer?
Free career support!
By applying for Antal offers, you will receive support from our Consultant, who will keep in touch via e-mail or phone, help you prepare for the interview, and ensure the quality recruitment process.
What is Antal?
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We are the leader in recruiting specialists and managers, as well as in HR consulting. The brand is present in 35 countries and has operated in Poland since 1996. We built many candidates' careers during this time, thanks to our flexible and comprehensive approach to all recruitment processes. Our specialists, free of charge, will help you find and get the best job for you!
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