Electrical Engineer

€75.00 - €100.00 Per Hour

Job Description

Akira Energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in High Voltage (HV) Systems to support the Porthos project in 2025. The role will focus on reviewing, advising, and designing key components of the high-voltage protection, control, and expansion strategies for a 66/11kV 57MVA transformer system. The ideal candidate has expertise in load flow studies, short-circuit analysis, differential protection concepts, and HV system integration using ETAP or similar tools.

 

Key Responsibilities:
1. High Voltage System Engineering & Protection (Q1 & Q2 2025, 24 hrs/week)

  • Review and provide expert advice on the protection philosophy, functionalities, and settings for the high-voltage system.
  • Develop a differential protection concept for the 66/11kV, 57MVA main transformers to ensure reliable and secure operations.
  • Verify and develop load flow and short-circuit simulation models using ETAP to optimize system performance.
  • Ensure proper interface management between multiple equipment suppliers and owner-supplied components (directielevering).
  • Advise and co-develop the HV philosophy and system design for the High Voltage Control System and voltage regulation on main transformers.
  • Define and document functionalities for the High Voltage Control Panel (HBP) in collaboration with the system integrator.
  • Establish interlocking sequences for compressor start-up and safety in different operational states of the 11kV installation.
  • Ensure correct integration of protection and control interfaces within the 11kV installation.
  • Define voltage regulator functionality to allow remote operation of the main transformers from the High Voltage control room.

2. Future Expansion Support & Advisory (Post-Q2 2025, 8 hrs/week)

  • Assess potential expansion scenarios for the HV installation within the Stedin network.
  • Conduct feasibility studies to evaluate different HV extension concepts and their technical impact.
  • Provide technical documentation outlining initial designs, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies.
  • Perform load flow and short-circuit studies to validate the expansion feasibility.
  • Analyze operational scenarios including availability, reliability, and safety interlocks.
  • Evaluate spatial requirements for HV expansion and integration into existing infrastructure.
  • Conduct network studies and calculations to assess potential reinforcement measures in coordination with Stedin.
  • Provide a high-level cost estimate for CAPEX (investment costs) and OPEX (operational costs) related to the expansion.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in High Voltage systems engineering, including transformer protection, power distribution, and grid integration.
  • Expertise in load flow, short-circuit analysis, and differential protection for high-voltage equipment.
  • Proficiency with ETAP or similar power system simulation tools.
  • Strong understanding of HV control systems, protection schemes, and interlocking logics.
  • Experience with multi-vendor equipment integration and direct delivery.
  • Knowledge of Stedin network standards and grid connection requirements is an advantage.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

  • Experience in oil & gas, offshore wind, or energy infrastructure projects.
  • Familiarity with IEC 61850, relay coordination, and automation protocols.
  • Hands-on experience in high-voltage substations and transmission networks.
  • Ability to create technical documentation, single-line diagrams, and design reports.

If you are a highly skilled Electrical Engineer looking for a challenging role in high-voltage system design and protection, we encourage you to apply!

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