Solar, BESS, HV and Electrical Lead Associate

Job title: Solar, BESS, HV and Electrical Lead Associate

Country: Spain

City: Madrid. Av. de Burgos 89.

Business Unit:  EDP RENEWABLES EUROPE, S.L.

We are EDP, a global energy company present in around 29 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow.

EDP Renewables business unit is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets.

What you will do:

This position is integrated into the Renewable Generation Assets platform, within the Solar, BESS, HV and Electrical organizational unit, which comprises a team of 14 people.

The position will report directly to the Central Maintenance Associate Director. This is a high-level reporting and responsibility position, with significant exposure and visibility.

The main goal of this position is to provide advanced electrical engineering expertise to operating renewable generation assets, acting as a technical authority in matters related to high voltage and low voltage electrical systems of substations, power lines, wind turbines and PV Solar sites.

The role includes leading the definition, coordination and technical supervision of maintenance and inspection activities, major corrective actions, retrofits and repairs of critical electrical components, both on-site and in specialized workshops, ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, reliability and cost efficiency.

In addition, the Electrical HV Expert leads the analysis and resolution of complex, high-impact or recurrent electrical incidents, defining technical criteria, corrective strategies and long-term solutions, in alignment with corporate maintenance guidelines, company policies and applicable regulations.

As a senior technical reference within Global Technical Services, the position is also accountable for providing expert support, mentoring and technical guidance to Specialists and Analysts, contributing actively to their professional development, knowledge transfer and the continuous improvement of electrical maintenance practices across the organization.

General responsibilities:

1. WORKING PROCEDURES AND INSTRUCTIONS

• Define, approve and continuously improve corporate programs, procedures and technical standards for operation and maintenance activities, tests and inspections of HV/LV electrical systems.

• Ensure harmonization of practices across regions, technologies and assets, guaranteeing high levels of safety, quality and reliability.

2. ADVANCED FAILURE ANALYSIS AND TECHNICAL AUTHORITY

•Act as technical authority for the analysis and resolution of complex, high-impact or recurrent electrical failures.

•Lead root cause analysis (RCA) processes, defining corrective strategies and long-term preventive solutions.

•Validate technical decisions, deviations and non-standard solutions.

3. LEADERSHIP OF MAJOR CORRECTIVES

• Lead and technically supervise major corrective actions in operating facilities.

• Assess all technical, operational and economic aspects of critical interventions, defining optimization strategies and supporting decision-making at management level.

4. EXPERTISE IN MAJOR COMPONENTS

• Lead the technical assessment of major electrical components, including characterization, compatibility analysis and repair methodologies.

• Validate repair proposals, testing standards and repair quality, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.

• Define and standardize repair and testing methodologies to be incorporated into corporate procedures.

5. TAKEOVER OF NEW FACILITIES AND END OF WARRANTY PROCESS LEADERSHIP

• Lead and validate commissioning inspections and end-of-warranty assessments.

• Define acceptance criteria, corrective requirements and technical conditions for asset takeover and long-term operation.

6. EXTERNAL SERVICES MANAGEMENT

• Define technical specifications and selection criteria for engineering and maintenance service providers.

• Act as main technical interlocutor with OEMs, suppliers and engineering partners in complex or strategic matters.

• Supervise critical outsourced activities and assess performance against technical, safety and quality standards.

7. SYSTEMS, TOOLS AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

• Ensure effective use and continuous improvement of corporate systems and tools.

• Promote structured knowledge management through lessons learned, best practices and technical documentation.

8. TEAM SUPPORT AND TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT

• Provide expert support, mentoring and technical guidance to Specialists and Analysts.

• Contribute to the identification of training needs and the continuous development of electrical engineering competencies within the team.

9. COMPANY POLICY, COMPLIANCE AND REPRESENTATION

• Ensure full compliance with occupational health and safety, environmental and quality policies.

• Represent the company in technical matters before external stakeholders, authorities and institutions when required.

Employment type: Full-Time

Work site: Hybrid Model

Availability to Travel: Up to 30%

What are we looking for:

1. Academic Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

• Postgraduate education or specialized training in HV systems, power systems or asset management is an advantage.

2. Professional Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical engineering roles related to operation, maintenance or commissioning of power electrical equipment.
• Extensive experience in HV/LV electrical systems of wind turbines, including complex troubleshooting and major corrective actions.
• Proven track record acting as technical reference or lead engineer in complex or high-impact electrical incidents.
• Experience leading or coordinating technical activities across multiple assets or regions.
• Experience in international projects and multicultural environments.

3. Specific Knowledge:

• Mandatory:
  • European B-class driving license.
  • Proficiency with MS-Office, SAP and databases development and management.
  • Advanced knowledge of HV and LV electrical systems of wind turbines.
  • Expert-level troubleshooting of complex electrical and electronic failures.
  • Advanced root cause analysis methodologies applied to electrical systems.
  • Deep understanding of electrical safety, operational risk assessment and asset reliability.
  • Ability to define, validate and approve technical solutions and deviations.

• Relevant:
  • Electrical systems of substations, power lines, PV plants and BESS.
  • Electrical protection systems, coordination and advanced settings.
  • Grid codes and interaction with transmission and distribution operators.
  • Substation control systems, SCADA architectures and control engineering practices.
  • Network architectures, electrical algorithms deployment and system integration.

4. Languages:

• Ability to read, write and speak Spanish and English fluently (B2).
• Portuguese, French or Italian are added values.

5. Skills:

• Willingness and ability to international travel as needed (approx. 30% of business time).
• Ability and willingness to provide support outside of regular business hours as needed.
• Strong leadership in technical decision-making and problem-solving.
• Ability to act as technical authority and trusted advisor to internal and external stakeholders.
• Mentoring and coaching capabilities to support the development of Specialists and Analysts.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance technical, operational and economic considerations.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to perform physical requirements at project locations in order to inspect equipment or collect information.
• Ability to work around energized equipment.

More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose.

Equal opportunities for all
Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

Need more reasons to apply?
As a top employer we:
Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;
 
Our efforts have resulted in several distinctions over time, highlighting the EDP group's strong positioning and its dedication and commitment to attracting and retaining the best talent:

• Top employer certification by Top Employers Institute
• Part of the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index
• Global certification as a family-responsible company by Fundación Másfamília
• Top 100 Workplaces by Houston Chronicle

 
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