Hybrid Project Engineer - Renewable Energy

• Project Optimisation and value engineering
  
• Management of hybrid plant yield modelling activities and valuation modelling
  
• Analysis and interrogation of information designs and pricing provided by contractors
  
• Supporting the procurement teams in contract negotiations supplier due diligence
  
• Supporting Engineering Manager in lenders technical advisor support
  
• Completion of bid returnable to ensure optimal and compliant submissions
  
• Management of engineering related early works. Ensuring Financial Close readiness by coordinating all Hybrid Project Engineering activities in coordination with all other stakeholders i.e. the Solar & Wind Project Engineers the Financial Close team the Implementation team and the Contractors
  
• Contract management of TA and other services or supply agreements
  
• Support development team with technical inputs for permit approvals
  
• Support in contract and interface management between EMS supplier BESS supplier and BOP contractors.
  
• Working with EDFR&D in validating and testing of EMS functionality and assessing risks during closing and implementation phases.
  
• Support in identifying main risks related to hybridization and EMS and propose mitigation measure for implementation phase
  

• After FC the Project Engineer typically moves through with the project ensuring the risks are properly managed and the design assumptions are implemented as per specification planned and cost:
  
• Detail design interrogation
  
• Ensuring the design is executed in accordance with the contracts in place with the project specifications and in compliance with construction good practices local rules and standards.
  
• Review of documentations arising from contractors and other project stakeholders.
  
• Review all design drawings calculations datasheets procedure and documentation for the project provided under each contracts as per contractor s document release schedule.
  
• Managing and reviewing BESS and hybrid installation and commissioning activities. Including HPPOC and VPPOC commissioning and tuning.
  
• Management and reviewing of BESS and hybrid performance and testing (FAT SAT)
  
• Management of interfaces between contractors related to EMS implementation
  
• Closely follow and maintain the risk register on BESS and EMS related topics
  
• Supporting the implementation teams on construction related topics
  
• Adhering to EDFs project management framework and policy as well as strict adherence to Health and Safety and Environmental policies.
  
• Developing lessons learnt and return on experience.
  
• Managing the cybersecurity of the project with the support of the EDR Renewables IT team.
  

• During project development phases the Project Engineer will support the Study and Design Engineers on key topics:
  
• Conducting and reporting on site visits particularly in later stages of the projects to assist in value engineering process
  
• Conducting technical due diligence on prospective project acquisitions and external technical reports
  
• Providing strategic input on development strategies
  
• Assist in design assumptions for permitting and review cost inputs
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement of methods and tools to support hybrid project development
  

• Besides BESS specific tasks the Hybrid Project Engineer will:
  
• Contribute towards EDF centre of excellence for storage via knowledge base development and solid experience for BESS and all subsystems of various technologies.
  
• May be required to provide support for the Wind and PV work streams where needed including in contract management LCOE calculations forecasting and ancillary services topics.
  
• This is a relatively new role within the team and it is expected to grow and adjust to the rapidly changing landscape of hybrid renewable projects in the region.
  
• The scope also includes working with and potentially supporting the Paris team or other subsidiaries on BESS and hybrid projects.
  
• Within specific projects the Hybrid Project Engineer could be expected to from time to time assume various roles in the coordination of project bids in South Africa and subSaharan Africa across various technologies including wind solar and storage.
  

Requirements

• Graduate degree in the Engineering field or similar;
  
• At least three years renewable energy work experience (utilityscale preferable);
  
• Strong technical understanding of batteries and experience in all project phases for hybrid projects;
  
• Ability to work independently;
  
• Strong technical acumen with excellent problemsolving abilities and good attention to detail;
  
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
  
• Ability to manage multiple and shifting priorities with a strong focus on results and outcomes;
  
• Effective time management and ability to judge the appropriate quality level of deliverables accurately;
  
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage stress effectively in highpressure situations;
  
• Good documentation and communication skills in both oral and written