Ella Conway

Ella Conway

Associate Consultant - Site

As an Associate Consultant at LSP Renewables, Ella specialises in connecting market-leading talent with innovative projects in the offshore wind industry. With a passion for renewable energy and a customer-centric approach, she is dedicated to providing an industry-leading level of service to our clients and candidates.

Her role involves successfully delivering on multiple Construction/Commissioning positions including Commissioning Engineers, Client Representatives & Senior Authorised Persons for major offshore wind projects across Europe and Asia. Leveraging her comprehensive understanding of offshore wind farms, gained through the Renewable Construction Academy certification, she listens, understands, searches, and delivers tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges and goals of the renewable energy sector.

By bridging the gap between skilled professionals and pioneering projects, she contributes to the growth and sustainability of the offshore wind industry, ensuring that our clients have the best talent to drive their projects forward

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Design Lead

Scotland

Our client is looking for a Design Lead to join their team. Key ResponsibilitiesDrive the project team in the development and delivery of projects across transmission providing leadership, co-ordination, and ownership of interfaces between multiple technical disciplines where required.Building and maintaining productive and enduring relationships with Contractors, Consultants, Stakeholders and Communities to support the sustainable delivery of the projects that you are responsible for.Work closely with our engineers and managers to help ensure that engineering design risks are identified and mitigated to ensure appropriate measures are put in place for the pre-construction phase.Prepare and co-ordinate design assurance reviews and the delivery of key projectGate documentation as per Large Capital Projects Governance.Drive design maturity and delivery of scope to required quality and programme whilst ensuring all contractor deliverables are signed off accordingly. Qualifications Looking for candidates with Transmission specific experience, Civil or Line engineerCandidates must be degree qualified at minimum in engineering discipline.Experience in transmission infrastructure.Experience in substation construction, Line or Cable3 years + of previous design lead projects

Offshore Wind

Authorised Person (66kV)

Taipei, Taibei, Taiwan

Our client is looking for a Authorised Person (66kV) to join their team on an Offshore Wind project. ResponsibilitiesSafety coordination in electrical mattersWorking under Electrical Safety RulesOutage management and network control in collaboration with the Control EngineersInspect work sites and perform site safety inspections and auditing for electrical mattersCoordinate with the Lead SAP to ensure that accurate updates are distributed to the Lead Commissioning ManagementPrepare and check the switching schedules and safety document.Operate and safely isolate HV & MV equipmentCheck method statements for electrical mattersImplement and provide training programmes for relevant staff according to the rulesOnsite check of switching programsSupport Offshore and Onshore packagesIssue Permits and other relevant safety documents Requirements Appropriate electrical qualification and background related to the authorization scope.5 years of operation and commissioning experience within the field of high voltage electricity, offshore experience preferableMinimum 2 year of working experience within onshore or offshore substations systemsMinimum 1 year of working experience within wind turbinesFull suite of GWO Certification inc. Medical and Chester StepAuthorization level: 66kV.

Offshore Wind

Commissioning Control Engineer

Poland

Our client is looking for a Commissioning Control Engineer (Lead SAP) to join their team. Key ResponsibilitiesTake leadership role in building the company Operations team during commissioning and for handover to operationsAct as a role modelIn real-time on knowledge on ongoing work and the priorities of each jobManage the power distributions of the OWPMonitor and Operate the OWPManage OWP trough SCADA and other information systemsProvide rapid restoration in case of faulty situationsMaintain an overview of the network security and availabilityEnsure adherence to project Safety RulesCreate safe Processes for 1st energizationsCreate switching schedules for 1st energizationsIssue/approve switching schedulesTake responsibility as Person in Control of the electrical Installation during workMonitor, approve, issue PtWSafely operate the plant under business Wind ElectricalSafety Rules alongside other proceduresMajor TasksContribute to the design stage ensuring needs of operator are consideredFamiliarize with the electrical system by participating in FAT/SAT testing as required.Contribute to the development of the WESRAct as ambassador for WESR promoting safety culture within the teamPerform remote switching operations as requiredAuthorize the de/re-activation of parts of the electrical installationPlan and prepare electrical works on the electrical installation as delegated by the PREICommunicate all outages and activities affecting the HV system to PREICommunicate and coordinate directly with all AP/SAPs who are carrying out works at the systemSafeguard the system and hence, individuals in the event of any abnormal occurrence, communicate with PREI and ensureactions are taken to correct the abnormalityInitiate site-specific emergency response procedures and warn of any abnormal conditions/system changes that couldaffect personnel working at the systemAuthorize issuing and acknowledge cancellation of any electrical site-specific documentationMaintain a written record of all switching operations, removal of safety precautions and document managementReview electrical works requests, RAMS and access all electrical risksOperate Scada, record of equipment status and maintain a log of all operational activities on the systemEnsure that at change of shift, the CE taking over has been fully briefed and understood the operating conditions of the systemMonitoring the Windfarm SCADA systems and responding to alarmsTraining O&M staff to take over the control of the operationsParticipate in authorization panelsLiaise with the TSO to implement boundary co-ordination and safety precautionsKey Deliverables Create ProcessesCreate ProceduresManage HV Safety from the SystemManage Safe operation of the OWPEnsure safe HV workplaceEnsure safe 1st energizationsCreate Handover documentation where neededInput to WESR and other safety RulesManage different (software oriented)Processes (PtW, LOTO, etc.)Familiarity with other procedures relevant to operating high voltage networksQualificationsExperienced in HV commissioning, Operations under electrical safety rules, Safety documentation, switching schedules, Electrical regulations

Solar

Senior Electrical Engineer

Copenhagen, Denmark

LSP Renewables have partnered with a leading IPP in the European Solar PV industry to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer in Copenhagen, Denmark, to be responsible for the electrical system design of our clients solar PV- and BESS plants and their grid connection, making sure to implement techno-economical optimal electrical design and that this design complies with legislations, standards and grid connection requirements.Our client develop, construct, and operate utility-scale solar parks across Europe, and are active across 12 countries. They have half a GW in their operating portfolio and a multi GW development pipeline. The successful candidate will be a key resource in our clients Engineering team. Key Responsibilities Design the HV, MV and LV electrical systems for PV- and BESS plants, from the inverters to the grid connection point. Dimension the HV, MV and LV AC cables and their connections between electrical equipment and cooperate with the PV Design Team for the cable trench design. Provide technical expertise to the procurement team with technical specifications for electrical equipment and evaluate offers with regards to price, quality etc. In close cooperation with EPC Project Managers, manage external suppliers, contractors, and consultants for electrical substation design, construction and commissioning: Prepare technical specifications with detailed scope definitions for procurement and ensure the substation design complies with Grid Connection Agreements and project specific local requirements. Lead technical negotiations for grid connection and electrical equipment related procurement such as high-voltage switchgear and transformers. Follow suppliers to comply with the technical aspects of their contract and the project timeline during the contract period. Provide expert knowledge for the optimization of park designs and coordinate the design work with other colleagues from the Engineering Department (PV Designers, Instrumentation & Control Engineers), as well as with EPC Project Managers. Manage external consultants during the Detailed Design phase of PV- and BESS plants, when it is chosen to outsource design packages. Assisting Commissioning Team on site with technical expertise when needed for cold and hot commissioning of electrical equipment. Requirements Minimum 3 years relevant professional experience with electrical power systems. BSc. or MSc. in Electrical- or Power System Engineering or similar. Expertise with electrical substations for transmission and distribution systems and/or grid connection of renewable energy projects such as PV, BESS or wind power plants. Sound understanding of Grid Code requirements and main electrical components such as high-voltage switchgear and transformers. Experience with technical project management and interfacing various stakeholders while keeping a high focus on quality and timeline. Proficient in English, any other European language would be an advantage

Onshore Wind

System Network Design Manager

Wales

Our client is looking for a System Network Design Manager you will lead the management of the power system modelling for the business network, modelling of customer connections and model management when engaging with the Electricity System Operator and other regulated bodies with regard to system network changes and their governance. The System Network Design Manager is a senior manager who will report to the Director of Engineering and Customer Connections. This role has a key co-ordination component with Customer Connections, Grid & Regulation, Engineering and the businesses project teams to provide the understanding of the system network capability, power system model governance in addition to liaison with external regulated bodies such as the ESO. Key Responsibilities Manage the ongoing System Network Design engagement from connection to completion being the key department contact for initial project concept design, manage system design network changes, compliance changes and manage the modelling of unplanned events such as faults post energisationManage the business’ System Model governance with regard to system changes and model revisionsManage the power system software requirements for all system studies and provide models/data to regulated bodies and customers where requiredEnsure compliance with the ESO system requirements such as the grid code Manage the power system studies to understand the requirements for a customer connection, support the Customer Connection Manager with the technical system elements to complete contractsUpon engagement with other key functions such as grid and regulation drive policy change to improve power system model management and drive efficiency with new or amended System Network Design policySupport the Director of Engineering and Customer connections to drive improvement, support reporting and promote the business objectives to the wider teamHave accountability for the power system model management and team reporting to the Director of Engineering and Customer ConnectionsTake a proactive approach to meet programme deadlines co-ordinating with other departments when requiredAccurately report progress each month for System Network Design, including key activities linked to delivery and risk managementTake a positive and highly visible lead in developing relationships with other DNOs, TOs, NESO and Ofgem with regard to power system model managementForge a positive working relationship with internal stakeholders, fostering collaboration across disciplines Requirements Degree qualification in electrical engineering or relevant previous experience will be considered for this roleYou will have a proven record of accomplishment as a senior manager in power system modelling environment with experience preferred in a regulated network modelling environmentYou will have a proven track record of both steady state and dynamic power system studies and modellingBe able to model and power system studies with regard to different generator and network assetsHave experience of engagement with the National Grid Electricity System Operator and or other transmission owners or distribution owners in the UKExcellent communication and engagement skills when reporting, negotiating, or dealing individually with stakeholders and direct reportsA high standard of written and oral English, with the ability to describe and provide clarity on power system modelling requirements to stakeholdersOrganised individual who can multi-task and manage power system modelling tasks at any given timeTeam management experience, developing individuals within a team

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