Project Engineering Manager

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Job Description SummaryThe HVDC Project Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all engineering activities for assigned HVDC projects from project kickoff through design,

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The HVDC Project Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating all engineering activities for assigned HVDC projects from project kickoff through design, execution, commissioning support, and project closeout. This role ensures technical delivery aligns with customer requirements, contract scope, quality standards, budget, and schedule. The position acts as the primary engineering interface across internal teams, customers, partners, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

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Lead the engineering execution of HVDC projects & associated AC scope across all technical disciplines.
Own the overall engineering delivery plan, including scope, schedule, interfaces, risks, and resource coordination.
Ensure engineering activities are executed in accordance with project milestones, contractual requirements, and company processes.
Drive cross-functional collaboration between system, electrical, civil, mechanical, protection & control, commissioning, and supply chain teams.
Serve as the main technical escalation point for project engineering matters.

Coordinate development and integration of key HVDC system components, including: Converter transformer, Valves, AC/DC yard equipment Harmonic filters Reactive power compensation equipment Control and protection systems Cooling systems Auxiliary systems
Manage technical interfaces between converter stations, transmission systems, grid operators, and third-party suppliers.
Ensure engineering consistency across disciplines and between home office, site, and external stakeholders.
Review and approve key design documents, calculations, specifications, and technical deliverables.

Act as the primary engineering contact for the customer, consultant, and key external stakeholders.
Lead technical discussions, design reviews, interface meetings, and engineering progress meetings.
Support clarification of technical requirements, deviations, and change requests.
Present engineering status, risks, and mitigation plans to project leadership and customers.

Develop and maintain the engineering execution schedule in alignment with the overall project schedule.
Monitor engineering progress, identify delays, and implement recovery plans where needed.
Support project cost control through efficient engineering planning and change management.
Identify technical risks and opportunities and lead mitigation actions.
Manage design changes, technical queries, and engineering impacts on procurement, construction, and commissioning.

Ensure designs comply with applicable standards, grid codes, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
Promote quality in engineering deliverables and adherence to review/approval processes.
Support design-for-safety and constructability reviews.
Ensure lessons learned and continuous improvement practices are applied across projects.

Support factory testing, site activities, energization, and commissioning phases from an engineering perspective.
Provide technical support for issue resolution during installation and commissioning.
Coordinate engineering closeout activities, as-built documentation, and final technical handover.

Requirements

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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or related discipline.
Significant experience in power transmission, substation, or HVDC engineering.
Proven experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams on complex infrastructure or energy projects,. Knowledge of HVDC systems,.
Experience in project engineering execution, design coordination, and customer-facing technical leadership.
Familiarity with international standards, utility specifications, and grid integration requirements.

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
Experience with large EPC projects in transmission, substations, FACTS, or HVDC.
Experience working in global, multicultural engineering environments.

Strong project engineering leadership
Excellent stakeholder and customer management
Schedule and risk management
Change management and technical problem-solving
Strong communication and presentation skills
Ability to lead multidisciplinary and geographically dispersed teams
Commercial awareness and contract understanding

10+ years of experience in power system, transmission, substation, or HVDC engineering
Demonstrated experience delivering complex high-voltage or grid infrastructure projects

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes