HV Engineer

Job ID

2025-1916

Category

Engineering

Location : City

Tunis

Location : Country (Full Name)

Tunisia

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for an HV Engineer in Tunis, Tunisia to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our HV Engineer you will support or lead design activities towards delivering technical compliant MV and HV interconnection projects.

Main responsibilities

Support to Project / Business Development

• Support and review interconnection solutions accurately and timeously based on the information provided
• Support in evaluating the technical business case and provide input to the plausibility of the project
• Using Power Factory DigSilent, implement preliminary plant and utility grid simulation models to estimate, amongst others, the size of compensation equipment like STATCOMs/Cap Banks or SVCs.

Support to Structuring Phase of projects

• Develop and establish the technical base case and specifications of the project related to its interconnection works.
• Review and evaluate technical documentation and contracts (PPA, Grid Code, Connection Agreement, etc.) to establish technical requirements to be implemented in the interconnection solutions.
• Conduct detailed due diligence and investigations to conclude on technology selections where relevant for interconnection works.
• Manage, coordinate and compile the complete system design package for interconnection works.
• Support Execution Team with planning and alignment of technical aspects of the project.
• Manage, coordinate and review the detailed engineering design package / process for the interconnection works.
• Support in stakeholder engagements (utility, LTA, suppliers, contractors, etc.) to establish requirements, resolve matters critical to reaching Financial Close
• As required – compile Power Factory DigSilent models to evaluate solutions w.r.t. Grid Code Compliance.

Support to projects in delivery/execution

• Ensure the interconnection facilities are constructed correctly as per the designed.
• Review and approve design change request or proposals in the event of deviations from the Issued for Construction designs
• Conduct site visits to monitor and ensure design expectations are implemented
• Support and drive testing and commissioning activities towards Plant Energization and Commercial Operation Date
• Support in project close out phase towards TTO

Support to O&M (Operations & Maintenance)

• Support to resolve matters identified during operations
• Investigate and implement solutions towards improving relevant operational / functional systems within the project

Qualifications and competencies

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronical Engineering
• 4+ year electrical engineering experience
• 2+ years project environment experience
• 3+ years distribution and reticulation design experience
• An excellent knowledge of MS Office
• Based in Country and able to travel to site / Utility offices frequently.
• Knowledge of Tunisian Grid Code and HV Regulations
• Fluent in both English and French
• Good understanding of Electrical Power Utility interfaces and stakeholders

Would be advantage:

• Project Management Certificate
• Commissioning and tests of High Voltage Networks and Sub-Stations
• Masters Degree in Engineering
• Experiencein Re Project interconnection design and execution
• Site based experience

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

We offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.