Grid Connections Specialist

2 months ago

Glasgow, United Kingdom Statkraft Full time

Company Description

Statkraft is Europe's largest generator of renewable energy from hydro, wind and solar power. We have over 5,300 employees in 21 countries. We have been making clean energy possible for over 125 years, with unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy.

Because in the fight against climate change, we do not see renewable energy as part of the solution - we believe it must be the solution.

With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match.

**Job Description**:
Whether you use your skills to optimise our projects, increase output from our assets, or design tomorrow’s renewable energy solutions - you’ll be at the forefront of leading the shift to renewable energy. Work with some of the most advanced technologies. Face the most challenging projects in the industry. Connect and collaborate with colleagues across our markets, working within diverse and inclusive teams.

The role may be based in our London, Glasgow or Cardiff offices.

**Your role**

As Grid Connections Specialist, you will:

- Identify optimum grid connection solutions and ensure learnings and experience are applied to grid connection strategies.
- Assist with negotiating grid technical requirements and preparation of contractual documentation
- Engage with TOs, DNOs and industry to support the wider development strategy
- Provide technical advice to developers and project managers to support the technical development of their projects

your responsibilities will include:

- Advising the wider team and project developers, providing technical assistance throughout the life cycle of projects.
- Developing and maintaining contacts with TOs, DNOs and governmental agencies related to the grid connections process.
- Producing grid connection feasibility studies and assisting in the development and delivery of the grid connection strategy for the existing portfolio and new opportunities.
- Interpreting Grid Code and Distribution Code requirements and managing compliance through the connection process.
- Providing specialist support to both the Development and Grid project teams in relation to the Connection and Use of System Code, the Balancing and Settlement Code, the Security and Quality of Supply Standard, and generation, distribution and transmission licencing arrangements. Plus other relevant grid documentation as required.
- Contributing to the development of synergies between the different technologies in the portfolio.
- Identifying the need for specialist external consultancy support, managing the technical aspects of procurement, including drafting work scopes and undertaking technical assessment of proposals.
- Undertaking bespoke technical analysis to support the development team.

**Qualifications**:

- Substantial experience in the grid connection of major renewable generation projects, and / or experience in a grid connection role
- Good technical knowledge of the operation and challenges associated with electricity transmission and distribution systems
- Knowledge of key aspects of the applicable regulatory regimes
- Knowledge of wind/solar farms, battery storage assets, distribution and transmission assets, electrical system design process and techniques.
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Power Systems Engineering experience and / or qualification would be desirable.

Additional Information

A career with Statkraft is a career filled with purpose - meaning that every employee is not just making a living, they are making a real difference to the planet, our communities, and the future. With us, you’ll shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. This includes:

- An opportunity to work with renewable energy and contribute to a low emission society
- Professional and personal development in an exciting global company
- A working environment characterized by competence, responsibility, innovation and a strong commercial culture
- A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age and cultural background
- Competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes
- Career and learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
- The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists and graduates from different countries and background
- Hybrid working

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