HV/MV Engineer - T&D (Contract)
Location: UK & Europe (Onshore & Offshore roles available)
Contract Duration: 6-12 months
Start Date: ASAP
Job Overview:We are partnering with an international OEM to recruit an HV/MV Engineer for a contract opportunity in the wind industry, specifically focused on Transmission & Distribution (T&D) systems. This role involves working on both onshore and offshore wind farm projects across the UK and Europe, with responsibility for the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage electrical systems, including substations, transformers, high-voltage cables, and grid connections.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, install, and commission HV electrical systems for T&D infrastructure in onshore and offshore wind farms.
- Oversee the installation of HV equipment, including transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, and high-voltage cables.
- Perform testing and troubleshooting of HV systems, ensuring systems meet design specifications and are ready for grid integration.
- Collaborate with project teams, OEMs, and contractors to ensure T&D systems are installed and integrated effectively.
- Conduct fault analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve HV equipment issues, ensuring optimal system performance.
- Review and verify system designs, technical documentation, and engineering plans to ensure compliance with regulations and client specifications.
- Develop maintenance procedures, operational guidelines, and safety protocols for HV systems in wind farm projects.
- Provide on-site technical support during installation, commissioning, and ongoing maintenance of HV systems.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory standards, safety procedures, and environmental considerations for T&D work.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Proven experience in HV system design, installation, and maintenance within T&D networks, particularly in the wind or renewable energy sector.
- Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment, including transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and high-voltage cables.
- Experience in testing and troubleshooting HV systems for grid integration.
- Familiarity with both onshore and offshore wind farm electrical infrastructure.
- Excellent problem-solving and diagnostic skills.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
- Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe for site-based work.
- Offshore certification (e.g., BOSIET, CA-EBS) for offshore roles.
- Valid right to work in the UK and/or Europe.
ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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