Lead Transmission Specialist / Senior Authorized Person

Role Objective: Responsible for HV system integration, operational supervision, and electrical safety rules (HV/MV/LV).

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with US electrical regulations.
• Delegate tasks to Transmission Specialists for onshore and offshore projects.
• Manage rotaplan for Transmission Specialists and Operators.
• Lead improvements in site-specific HV electrical instructions.
• Implement the Offshore Wind Developer's Electrical Safety Rules on site.
• Advise on HV electrical installations for WTG, offshore substations, and HV cables.
• Oversee safe commissioning of grid connections and substations.
• Ensure the safety and integrity of the HV network.
• Coordinate MV/HV/LV commissioning activities during project construction.
• Plan and oversee all switching activities on site.
• Control safety documents and define safety procedures for electrical matters.
• Provide technical and engineering advice and training to relevant staff.

Tasks:

• Manage the Offshore Wind Developer's Electrical Safety Rules compliance and safety coordination.
• Coordinate with the Lead Commissioning Project Manager for project updates.
• Manage HV/MV/LV commissioning activities.
• Coordinate with National Grid and attend commissioning panel meetings.
• Prepare high voltage switching schedules and update schematic diagrams.
• Perform site safety inspections and audits for electrical matters.
• Implement training programs for relevant staff.
• Assist various departments within the Offshore Wind Developer as needed.

Deliverables:

• Contribute to the project commissioning management manual.
• Participate in audits and FAT & SAT tests for HV equipment.
• Check and update switching programs on-site.
• Participate in resource and work planning.
• Assess and authorize new candidates.

Decision Authority:

• Final say on MV/HV switching and isolations.
• Issue the Offshore Wind Developer's Electrical Safety Rules documents.
• Manage the Transmission Specialist permit office and operational staff.

Qualifications:

• Appropriate electrical qualification and background in high voltage electricity.
• Several years of operation and commissioning experience, preferably offshore.
• Minimum 3 years of experience with onshore substation systems.
• Ability to pass GWO and medical courses for offshore work (weight limit – 120kg/264lb).