- Direct the design, development, and validation of HV switchgear for wind turbines, ensuring performance, safety, and reliability
- Provide technical guidance in HV insulation coordination, dielectric performance, and switching technologies for wind energy applications
- Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and other relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements specific to wind turbine electrical systems
- Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical reviews for new and existing switchgear products in the wind energy sector
- Collaborate with internal teams, including mechanical, electrical, and testing engineers, to optimize switchgear designs for integration into wind turbines
- Interface with suppliers, customers, and certification bodies to ensure switchgear solutions meet project and regulatory requirements
- Support field teams in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues related to HV switchgear in wind turbine applications
- Participate in research initiatives on SF6-free alternatives and emerging HV switchgear technologies for wind turbines
- Contribute to cost reduction, performance improvement, and sustainability initiatives within the wind power sector
- Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best engineering practices for HV switchgear in renewable energy applications
- Manage offshore wind turbine (WTG) customer projects, ensuring timely document deliverables, handling TQs, supporting interface engineering, and participating in supplier FAT
- Conduct switchgear supplier qualification through technical design reviews, testing, and quality reliability assessments specific to wind turbine applications
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience in HV switchgear design, development, or testing in wind energy applications
- Good knowledge of electrical power systems, insulation materials, and switching mechanisms
- Familiarity with high-voltage laboratory testing and validation procedures
- Ability to manage projects and work in multidisciplinary teams
- Experience with IEC 61850 communication, Substation Automation System/SCADA, signals, and relay configurations
- Experience in Gas Insulated Switchgear cost modeling
- Proficiency in switchgear electrical drawings schematics is essential; experience in protection coordination studies using ETAP/DigSilent
Competencies
- Expert analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and stakeholder management
- Project management and organizational skills
- Ability to work alone and make informed technical decisions
- Motivated, goal-oriented, and possess a solution-oriented mindset with a strong attitude
- Innovation-driven mindset to enhance product development
- Attention to detail and focus on quality
- Proficiency in English
- Knowledge of sustainability trends in the wind energy industry
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
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