Senior Electrical Engineer

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer in Bogota – Colombia to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Senior Electrical Engineer you will manage, coordinate and lead all tasks and design activities towards delivering a technical compliant project. You will take ownership and responsibility to ensure all technical/contractual requirements are considered and implemented enabling the successful completion of the projects. You will support the development and operations of projects through technical assessments/investigations, due diligence studies and designs by engaging the various business units and relevant external stakeholders.

Main responsibilities

• Operating System: Follow the guidelines and prescribed structures as outlined by the operating system; Provide continuous input towards improvement and optimisation of the operating system
• Support to Project / Business Development: Conduct or approve preliminary yield assessments accurately and timeously based on the information provided, Support in evaluating the technical business case and provide input to the plausibility of the project
• Support to Structuring Phase of projects: Develop and establish the technical base case and specifications of the project , Review and evaluate technical documentation and contracts (PPA, Grid Code, Connection Agreement, etc.), Support Supply Chain Management on compilation and evaluation of RFP documents and supplier responses , Conduct detailed due diligence and investigations to conclude on technology selections , Conclude and approve detailed yield assessments accurately and timeously based on the information available, Manage, coordinate and compile the complete system design package , Draft and/or approve technical schedules for various contracts (PPA, (S)-EPC, O&M, etc.) , Support Execution Team with planning and alignment of technical aspects of the project , Manage, coordinate and review the detailed engineering design package / process, Ensure that all relevant design information identified throughout the structuring phase is implemented in the detailed designs issued for construction, Support in stakeholder engagements (utility, LTA, suppliers, contractors, etc.) to establish requirements, resolve matters critical to reaching Financial Close.
• Support to projects in delivery/execution: Ensure detailed engineering is implemented from the design stage , Review and approve design change request or proposals in the event of deviations , Assist in establishing and evaluating quality expectations and documentation during construction , Conduct site visits to monitor and ensure design expectations are implemented, Support and drive testing and commissioning activities towards Commercial Operation Date , Support in project close out phase towards TT

Qualifications and competencies

• Degree in Electrical / Electronical Engineering or Electromechanical Engineering
• Fluent in English, spoken and written and Spanish (will work in projects in Latam)
• 7+ years electrical / electromechanical engineering experience
• This includes the following:
  • 2+ years renewable energy experience
  • 2+ years project environment experience
  • 2+ years distribution and reticulation design experience

Desirable but not a requirement:

• Experience in PVSyst modelling.
• Experience in AutoCAD
• Experience in Weather data sets (MN7, SolarGIS)
• Exposure to High Voltage Networks and Sub-Stations
• Experience in Utility Scale PV Project design and execution

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s term of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritize and work independently.
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Ability negotiating with internal and external stakeholders.
• Work permit for Brazil if stays located in São Paulo, Work permit for Colombia if stays located in Bogotá.

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.