Senior Lead HVDC Engineer

Pattern Energy Group LP•San Diego, CA

2d•$149,000 - $186,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The purpose of the Senior Lead HVDC Engineer role is to oversee engineering design and construction of HVDC transmission systems through the planning, design, construction, and commissioning phases, and to provide successful hand off including necessary training to Operations Team to ensure ease of transition. The successful candidate will support Pattern Energy transmission projects by performing conceptual design and front-end engineering design activities, developing technical specifications, evaluating tenders, reviewing vendor design submissions, witnessing factory tests, monitoring construction activities, and supporting commissioning activities.

Requirements

A Masters or bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related degree with interest in power systems with demonstrated HVDC work experience is required as a minimum.
12 years or more experience in electrical engineering with at least 8 years of relevant experience in study, design, specification, construction, testing and commissioning of HVDC transmission systems.
Strong technical capabilities and a creative, curious, self-driven work ethic
Demonstrated effectiveness in carrying out complex projects and tasks with minimum supervision.
Ability to work well in and/or lead cross functional teams with little supervision or oversight
Strong oral, written and presentations skills.
Ability to travel frequently (up to 30% travel)
Advanced knowledge of application and operation HVDC technology.
Advanced knowledge of HVDC system design including experience with converter valves, valve cooling, converter transformers, reactors/capacitors, auxiliary systems and control and protection systems.
Experience in preparing technical specifications and tender documents for HVDC converter stations, evaluating bid documents, performing design reviews, witnessing factory tests, construction monitoring and on-site commissioning.
Knowledge in review of studies related to HVDC systems.
Experience in witnessing and reviewing results from factory and on-site testing.
Knowledge of applicable codes and standards related to HVDC transmission.
Demonstrated ability in planning, organizing and directing engineering work involving a high degree of specialization.
Ability to quickly assess technical outages and requirements with the ability to develop and implement appropriate action plans

Nice To Haves

Field experience with installation, commissioning, and maintenance of HVDC transmission systems would be an asset.
Working knowledge in construction and/or maintenance of HVDC facilities would be an asset.

Responsibilities

Coordinate engineering design activities related to HVDC facilities from conceptual phase through final close-out and hand off to Operations Team.
Provide technical expertise in the design of HVDC transmission systems to all stakeholders including Operations Team.
Prepare conceptual designs that identifies concepts, technology, architecture, and requirements for HVDC transmission systems including main circuit equipment, controls and protection and auxiliary equipment.
Liaise and coordinate with other groups within the Corporation, external consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, and contractors.
Prepare scope and cost estimates for input into capital project justifications associated with HVDC transmission systems.
Review and accept designs and reports by consultants and vendors ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
Oversee the design, interface coordination and commissioning of HVDC transmission facilities including interconnections to generation and utilities.
Review study reports, design drawings, equipment specifications, factory and field test plans, factory and field commissioning test reports and any other vendor and contractor deliverables associated with HVDC transmission facilities.
Lead and direct Pattern staff and Owner’s Engineer for project deliverables and maintain accountability in terms of meeting committed schedules and budgets.
Ensure proper construction and commissioning of HVDC facilities.
Performance analysis and root cause analysis for troubleshooting any issues encountered in HVDC transmission facilities during construction phase.
Develop and prepare specialized commissioning and acceptance test procedures for the installation of HVDC transmission systems considering overall generation integration.