Principal Project Engineer - Energy Storage
* Full-time
* Business Units: EN - Europe Region 1
Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That's what we offer: 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. In the fight against climate change, we believe renewable energy must be the solution. Join us to shape a career that is forward-facing with amazing opportunities.
As a Principal Project Engineer / Technical Specialist in the Grid Services team, you will play a key role in the design and development of Statkraft’s Greener Grid Parks, focusing on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
You'll be responsible for overseeing optimal technical design concepts at development stages, ensuring projects can be delivered and commercially sound business cases can be supported. The position will work closely with development Project Managers and provide input to procurement and construction teams.
With most current projects being BESS, expertise in this field is preferred. Your role will help decarbonize the GB electricity system, increase renewable energy use, and displace fossil fuels to deliver Net Zero.
If you are passionate about renewable energy and excited to make a positive environmental impact, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
* Manage Project Engineering activities including:
* Design management of the Greener Grid Park development portfolio.
* Manage resources for producing physical design and access layouts using AutoCAD.
* Work with the GIS team to produce constraints mapping for initial design.
* Solve technical questions and challenges in designing Greener Grid Parks.
* Manage design documentation and conduct design risk assessments for each project.
* Document design decisions in the Design Basis Report.
* Support the Planning Team with input into planning drawings.
* Review planning documentation focusing on safety and noise.
* Check and review design reports and calculations from contractors.
* Participate in the fire safety working group for BESS.
* Manage Principal Designer responsibilities per CDM regulations.
* Support production of Employer’s Requirements documents for contracts.
* Produce and review single/key line diagrams for projects.
* Review and assess technical parts of tender responses.
* Input to project cost estimates and assess options for optimizing costs.
Minimum Requirements
* Masters/university degree in engineering or related field.
* Numerically literate with ability to direct and assess studies.
* Conversant with GB grid connections and BESS requirements.
* Contract technical drafting experience.
* Strong knowledge of CDM regulations.
* Experience with multi-million pound project delivery.
* Interest in renewables and experience with battery energy storage systems.
* Proactive, solution-oriented with strong attention to detail.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Well-organized and target-oriented with prioritization skills.
* Ability to frame issues with context, analysis, recommendations, and risk/benefit.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
* London and/or Glasgow based.
A career with Statkraft is filled with purpose, contributing to a low-emission society and making a real difference. This includes:
* Opportunities to work with renewable energy.
* Professional and personal development in a global company.
* A working environment characterized by competence and innovation.
* A diverse workplace with regards to gender, age, and cultural background.
* Competitive terms of employment and benefits.
* Career and learning opportunities at various levels.
* The chance to grow your career alongside a global network of experts.
Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. We actively work to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background.
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