Equipment Engineer

at  Hunter Philips

Have you got extensive knowledge and experience with High Voltage electrical equipment in large scale offshore wind farms and grid connections? Do you want to play a key part in the energy transition? If so, please read below.
The OSS Electrical Equipment Engineer is a pivotal role within the Offshore Business, responsible for delivering the Main Electrical Equipment (MEQ) packages for major offshore wind projects in the UK.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 5+ years in Electrical Engineering or a Bachelors Degree in any related field
• Extensive knowledge and experience with EHV/HV electrical equipment in large-scale offshore wind farms and grid connections
• In-depth experience with electrical and grid works related to offshore wind, including system studies and behaviours, as well as the engineering, procurement, construction, or operation of EHV/HV equipment.
• Proactive and diligent, with strong planning, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, being able to convey technical information clearly and concisely to various stakeholders
• Clear understanding and knowledge of HSE
• Proficiency in quality control and compliance

• Lead the tendering, negotiation and finalisation of MEQ contracts, ensuring all technical Employer Requirements (ERs) and interfaces align with company standards.
• Manage and oversee the electrical design activities, providing essential data for offshore and onshore substations.
• Ensure the specification, design, manufacturing, testing, delivery, installation and commissioning of main electrical equipment meet project and industry standards.
• Document all assessments, recommendations and decisions in line with internal procedures and best practices, ensuring technical and commercial due diligence.
• Stay informed on the latest technical and commercial developments, identifying new technologies that could reduce costs, risks or improve safety.
• Review and negotiate contractor/manufacturer documentation to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Manage quality assurance/control inspections and witness key tests during the manufacturing stage, such as factory acceptance tests.
• Ensure the successful installation and commissioning of all MEQ contract equipment, supporting the project commissioning team.
• Capture and share lessons learned across projects, implementing mechanisms to enhance business value.