Senior Electrical Engineer

Who We Are:
At Northland were enablers of change united by our journey to transform the energy sector into the foundation for a sustainable future.

Since our inception weve been early movers in the energy industry adopting new initiatives that pave the way for communities across the globe and helping forge their path towards a carbon-neutral landscape.

Were a different kind of independent power producer. As developers owners and operators who are at the forefront of the energy transition were uniquely positioned to leave a lasting impact in the regions where we operate. Weve expanded our business across Canada the United States Latin America Europe and Asia to become a global leader all by bringing together industry experts to find solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

While our work powers communities across the globe Northland is powered by our people.

Key Responsibilities

Grid Connection & Interconnection

• Manage electrical interconnection processes with REE and DSOs (Spain)TenneTand regional DSOs (Netherlands) and their equivalents in other European markets from feasibility through market entry.

• Lead grid code compliance activities: NTS 631 compliance studies (Spain);TenneTGCC certification EON ION FON including reactive power capability power quality insulation coordination and dynamic studies (Netherlands).

• Design and specify HV substations (up to 400 kV) grid connection parameters protection & control systems SCADA/telemetry and metering infrastructure in compliance with market-specific grid codes and RD 997/2025 operational obligations.

• Coordinate market entry processes including equipment registration compliance testing and system operator acceptance in bothjurisdictions.

Engineering & Design Management

• Manage and direct project engineering firms; review electrical studies and designs for BESS plant layout inverter configurations MV/HV switchgear transformers and balance-of-plant.

• Prepare and review technical scope documents and procurement specifications for major electrical equipment (battery systems cables inverters transformers HV switchgear).
• Ensure electrical components are optimized for cost and constructability and comply with local and international standards.

• Collaborate with civil structural and mechanical engineers to ensure successful integration of electrical systems into BESS plant designs.

• Coordinate interfaces between battery management systems (BMS) power conversion systems (PCS) SCADA and grid protection systems.

Construction Support & Commissioning

• Develop inspection plans for electrical infrastructure; direct field engineers to conduct inspections during construction.

• Coordinate equipment supply electrical installation testing and commissioning by EPC contractors substation contractors and equipment suppliers.

• Provide engineering support during installation of cable and other critical equipment.
• Review acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) and inspection procedures for compliance with contract requirements and industry standards (IEC UNE NEN).

• Manage punch-list closeout and coordinate substation/transmission line handover to REE (Spain) TenneT & DSOs (Netherlands) and their equivalents in other EU markets.

Project Support

• Assistin developing capital and operating cost estimates for project pro-formas in consultation with Northlands project finance team.

• Assistproject teams in preparing and evaluating EPCcontractorand engineering proposals.

• Support due diligence for BESS acquisitions electrical infrastructure assessment grid-connection risk and compliance gap analysis.

• Assistthe documentation control team with project turnover to operations.
• Collaborate with HSE department and the project manager in the development of emergency response plans electrical safety standards audits and risk assessments.
• Support the procurement function in negotiating contracts for key equipment ensuring technical compliance and supplier performance.

Who You Are

• Methodical andorganized:You effectivelyprioritiestasks in a deadline-driven environment andmaintaincomprehensive project documentation across twojurisdictions.

• Strong communicator:You influence internal and external stakeholders from varied cultural backgrounds with excellent written and spoken communication.

• Proactive problem solver:Youanticipatetechnical challenges grid code non-compliance interface mismatches commissioning risks and resolve them before theyimpactschedules.

• Flexible:You thrive in a dynamic environment where regulatory frameworks (post-blackout Spain post-EnergiewetNetherlands etc) are evolving in real time.

• An influencing leader:You work effectively with cross-functional teams and motivate contractors suppliers and engineering firms without direct authority.

Qualifications and Experience

• Electrical Engineering degree and professional engineering designation (Colegiado/chartered status preferred).

• Minimum 10 years of experience in power engineering with a strong emphasis on HV substation design and construction protection & control systems and SCADA. Experience with BESS or energy storage systems is a strong asset.

• Knowledge of grid code compliance processes in at least one target market: Spain (NTS 631 REE technical procedures) or Netherlands (TenneTGCC EON/ION/FON certification Dutch Electricity Grid Code EURfG/DCC).

• Familiarity with BESS-specific electrical design: inverter/PCS configurations battery rack architecture DC systems BMS-SCADA integration and fire-safety electrical provisions (PGS 37-1 in Netherlands).

• Understandingtechnical interconnection requirements and processes for European TSOs/DSOs.

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