Grid Manager

Location: Japan
Job Type: Permanent
Discipline:
Salary:
Contact: Mike Feely
Email: email Mike
Posted: over 2 years ago

My client is a European offshore wind project developer who are growing their team in Japan. One of the key hires they are planning to make is a Grid Manager to support the development and delivery of their projects.

Responsibilities

  • Leading the overall grid connection and onshore transmission solution for the offshore wind project
  • Maintaining close dialogue with authorities and transmission system operator
  • Developing relationships with and acting as the main interface with TEPCO, METI and more.
  • Identifying and developing technical solutions to connect offshore wind projects to the Grid
  • Project managing the key grid and system integration studies required to secure connections.
  • Negotiating the grid connection agreement for projects
  • Leading technical discussions with the Grid operator regarding Grid connection agreements and supporting studies (such as steady state analysis)
  • Acting as the focal point in the team for technical and regulatory issues surrounding grid connection agreements
  • Carrying out troubleshooting in relation to grid issues

Requirements

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Existing relationships with TEPCO and Grid Operators in Japan
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and Japanese
  • Strong knowledge in the design and specification of transmission and distribution systems

Reaching out

For a confidential discussion on this or any other opportunities available in the market please contact Mike Feely at mike.feely@next-wavepartners.com - Direct Line: +65 6340 1940

EA License No: 16S8303 EA Registration No: R1767587