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MED Grid Solutions is the department accountable for value engineering, contractual risk management, implementation & product management on grid connection, grid compliance & plant control solutions in Vestas power plants along the full project value chain (Development, Sales, Construction and Service stages) in Mediterranean Region, including South & Eastern European, African, Middle Eastern countries.
Responsibilities
- Wind Grid Connection Codes scouting & interpretations and pro-active communication with Transmission & Distribution System Operators in Eastern EU countries with special focus on Romania and Bulgaria
- Input Grid related market requirements to Vestas R&D ensuring future compliance and competitiveness of Grid offerings
- Provide technical support to the Sales Dept. during contract negotiation and bid definition in relation to electrical and grid requirements to comply with the applicable standards and technical specifications of the customer
- Participation in team selling approach and building value in each individual project and different customer profiles and conducting technical reviews of the customers' tender documentation and related risk mitigation on project specific basis
- Optimize business cases and lead value engineering initiatives for Grid offerings and Prepare technical contractual Annex
- Provide technical support to the project implementation and commissioning in relation to electrical and grid requirements specific to the project, and to the design, implementation and testing of wind power plant control solutions
- Provide technical support to customers, contractors, grid operators & utilities, in relation to wind power technology performance and capabilities to ensure their integration into plant design and system interconnection
Qualifications
M.Sc. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering / Power Systems5+ years of relevant work experience in grid connection of wind power plants from the Wind Industry or from System Operators (e.g. TRANSELECTRICA)Knowledge about wind power technology (electrical design and control of WTGs and PPC)Knowledge about TRANSELECTRICA grid connection code requirementsKnowledge about HV, MV equipment and Substation design and power system stability, control and analysisKnowledge about electrical simulation SW like Power Factory, PSCAD, or open modelling libraries and tools will be beneficialKnowledge of Energy Market in RomaniaFluent in the English (written and spoken)Competencies
Ability to work with no supervision with an international team and to establish good team working relations is essentialAbility to rearrange and shift priorities in a changing situationYou need to communicate and present well, feeling sure when talking to and presenting to external stakeholders, such as customers and grid operatorsGood technical skills with a focus on creative solutions and motivation to meet customer needsAbility to summarize technical topics for non-technical stakeholdersHighly structured and well organizedGood travel disposition (about % of time) in support of customer needs and overall business objectives in MED areaWhat we offer
You have the opportunity to develop your career within a major company that prioritizes sustainable energy solutions.
You will be an integrated part of MED Grid Solutions team, valuing professionalism but also a casual atmosphere. Our team of skilled colleagues comes from different cultures and works together on wind energy and grid connections. We have a good atmosphere within the department, and everyone is always prepared to help when needed. You will have good opportunities for professional and personal development in a global corporate company within a very intriguing industry - working as a Grid Engineer opens career paths both in Sales and Engineering within Vestas.
Additional information
This is a hybrid position based in Bucharest, Romania.
DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.