Electrical Distribution Operations Engineer

Job Description

Obras Vila Real department is looking for an Electrical Distribution Operations Engineer.

What you will do

• Support to budgeting, awarding, commissioning, and works closure processes (SIT/JUMP/Mobility), including on-site follow-up,
• Document analysis and preparation of LV, PL, and MV Line Design Projects, ensuring project licensing and compliance with E‑REDES technical standards and internal procedures,
• Supervision of the implementation of new Medium Voltage telecontrol points (TCMT),
• Identification and proposal of new network developments and investments in Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and Public Lighting,
• Handling and monitoring of Grid Connection Requests (PLR) in LV and MV, ensuring compliance with deadlines and following the process from the initial phase through to closure,
• Support to the operational management of activities,
• Updating statuses and information in internal systems,
• Supporting process workflows,
• Compiling data for operational dashboards and calculation of operational performance indicators,
• Preparing supporting information for follow-up meetings,
• Responding to requests and complaints from customers, external entities, or internal departments, ensuring timely, well-founded actions aligned with current procedures,
• Ongoing coordination with service providers and other involved areas, contributing to process fluidity, deadline compliance, and information quality,
• Ensuring that safety procedures are consistently followed by both the internal team and partners, carrying out regular site visits and inspections.

What are we looking for

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (specialization in Energy is an asset),
• Strong ability to simultaneously manage multiple operational situations in Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and Public Lighting,
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools and collaborative tools (mandatory),
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills,
• Ability to manage teams and prioritize activities,
• Solid knowledge of the electrical grid structure, associated technologies, and their operation,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to work under pressure and meet demanding deadlines,
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and environmental standards applicable to Medium Voltage, Low Voltage, and Public Lighting operations,
• Availability to travel for work, within and outside normal working hours, in the Vila Real operational area (mandatory),
• Professional experience in the field of distribution networks (an asset),
• Geographical proximity to the operational area (Vila Real district) will be considered an asset.

Equal opportunities for all

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?

As a top employer we:

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
• Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:
  • Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
  • Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
  • Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
  • Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

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