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The Sub Project Lead (SPL) is responsible for the HVDC system design, control and grid integration scope of 2GW grid connection systems, in accordance with all relevant TenneT requirements, contractual obligations and all relevant rules and regulations.  

The SPL shall support the realisation of the goals of the TenneT overarching 2 GW program up to the handover of grid connection systems to the later system operator. The SPL will coordinate and cooperate closely with the overall project team and is responsible for achieving the goals (including SHE, time, quality and costs) for the Secondary systems sub-project. As Sub Project Lead HVDC system design, control and grid integration, you report to Project lead HVDC.

 Tasks and responsibilities include:

• Be responsible for the HVDC system design and performance of the HVDC system and controls during the execution phase.
• Be responsible for the design/testing activities related to the multi-terminal readiness of the HVDC system.
• Advise the HVDC project on the optimisation of the technical solutions as delivered by the HVDC Contractor.
• Quality control of activities/deliverables by the HVDC contractor during the execution phase.
• Review HVDC system studies, re-confirm critical calculations/simulations, witness Functional Performance Test (FPT) / Dynamic Performance Test (DPT).
• Enable the project transition from design / off-site testing phases towards the commissioning phase.
• Act as test evaluator during HVDC station/system commissioning activities.
• Follow closely HVDC Contractor's verification activities that correspond to the technical requirements.
• Follow Systems Engineering principles and procedures as set in project.
• Act as an expert and actively contribute as a knowledge carrier, both internally and externally.
• The management of the sub-project “HVDC design, control and grid integration”, taking into account the sub-project goals, requirements and the contractual specifications
• The planning of project execution, evaluating expertise needed and setting up and managing a dedicated team of experts.
• Manage and motivate the consortium/contractor to deliver the quality required within the agreed timelines
• Report monthly on sub-project progress, costs and risks
• Responsible for the timely ordering and delivery of supplies as well as the identification of interfaces to other trades, which are to be coordinated and operated
• Provision of all necessary information for forward-looking scheduling, document management and active management of risks and opportunities
• Active contribution to a safe working environment for yourself, your colleagues and contractors
• Aligning with experts and teams within Offshore NL/GER and various other departments within TenneT and taking into account lessons learned from other large projects

Your Profile and background

• Master’s degree in Power Systems, Power Electronics or comparable areas of study in Electrical Engineering.
• You have experience in large multidisciplinary project work - proactive lead and motivator with an ability to work, manage and decision making processes.
• You have experience in complete HVDC project life cycle - not necessarily working in all the disciplines, it is ideal if you have gone through the entire project life cycle in the areas of expertise. 
• You have 10+  years of experience in HVDC system-level topics such as basic system design, insulation coordination studies,  control and protection strategies, power system modelling, AC Grid electrical studies,  HVDC control  validation studies, station-level performance guarantee studies, real-time digital simulations in RTDS or equivalent environments, system level site testing activities etc.,
• If have a good understanding of German and the Netherlands grid codes will be an added advantage.
• You have exposure to power system software packages. Example:  PSCAD, PSS/E, DigSILENT or equivalent.
• You have experience in working with any of the latest HVDC advancements is highly appreciated, such as grid forming, fault blocking, multi-terminal etc., Preferably if you contribute to CIGRE, IEC, and IEEE working groups.
• You have excellent communication, cooperation and influencing skills and can challenge and motivate both the contractor team and your own team
•  You show initiative; you are persuasive, sensitive, aware of your stakeholders and capable of balanced judgement
• You are dynamic, enthusiastic, and intrinsically motivated. You take your responsibility and ownership (committed); no 'nine to five mentality', and you are open for business trips lasting several days(including Asia and Europe)
• You can functionally manage, motivate and give direction to a team of professionals and you are a team player yourself
• You are fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• Familiar with Project to Asset handover processes related to offshore projects