HVDC Converter Station Engineer

Warwick Source: WhatJobs
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Overview

In this role you will help shape HVDC converter station technology for major European energy projects, collaborating with engineers, partners and suppliers to deliver safe, high-standard systems. You will contribute across concept to delivery, including regulatory interactions and design reviews, while advancing the nation’s renewable integration and energy security. The position offers specialist HVDC exposure and opportunities to influence technology choices and project outcomes. This is a hands-on, cross-functional engineering role with a clear impact on the energy transition.

Pay / Benefits

  • Competitive salary 54,000–63,000
  • Bonus based on personal and company performance
  • Contributory pension with up to 12% company match
  • Share incentive plan
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Flexible benefits and charitable giving

Responsibilities

  • Support development and assurance of converter station requirements from concept to delivery
  • Support DCO process with responses to technical queries
  • Demonstrate compliance with GB Grid Code, National Grid standards and project specifications
  • Review designs, studies and technical proposals to resolve engineering challenges
  • Coordinate critical interfaces across converter technology, grid connection, cable, civil, control and wider project teams
  • Participate in design reviews, factory acceptance testing, site testing and commissioning
  • Assist integration of protection and control, communications, auxiliary systems and third-party interfaces
  • Contribute to tender evaluations and future technology selections

Key requirements

  • Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, HVDC, Control Systems, Substations or related discipline
  • Genuine interest in power transmission, renewable energy integration or large infrastructure projects
  • Knowledge of HVDC technology, converter stations, substations, electrical systems or protection and control (desirable)
  • Ability to analyse technical information and communicate with stakeholders
  • Strong problem-solving skills and proactive learning
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to contribute within a team
  • Curious
  • Collaborative
  • Proactive
  • HVDC technology
  • Converter stations or substations knowledge
  • Protection and control systems

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