HV Procurement Engineer
HV Procurement Engineer
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INTEC Energy Solutions delivers best-in-class services in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Project Development, Consultancy, and Operation & Maintenance, along with New Energy Solutions. With a globally experienced team, INTEC has managed over 200 projects and achieved an installed and secured capacity of 5 GW. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, INTEC also operates offices in Germany, Türkiye, Spain, Azerbaijan, Romania, Mauritius, Mauritania, Australia, New Zealand and the Philippines, with plans for further expansion.
We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced HV Procurement Engineer to join our team on large-scale Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects based in Australia and New Zealand. The successful candidate will be responsible for the procurement of High Voltage (HV) equipment and services, ensuring timely delivery, technical compliance, and cost-effective purchasing throughout the project lifecycle. This role requires close collaboration with engineering, project management, construction, logistics, quality, and international suppliers to support large-scale EPC renewable energy projects.
This position will be based in Madrid, Spain, with frequent travel to New Zealand during the procurement and project execution phases.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement of High Voltage (HV) equipment, including:
- Power transformers
- GIS/AIS switchgear
- Protection and control systems
- HV cables
- Substation equipment
- Grid connection materials and associated electrical equipment
- Prepare and issue RFQs, technical inquiries, bid evaluations, commercial comparisons, and procurement recommendations.
- Review supplier quotations to ensure full compliance with project specifications, technical requirements, and contractual obligations.
- Coordinate closely with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Logistics, Quality, and Planning teams throughout the procurement lifecycle.
- Participate in technical and commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Monitor supplier manufacturing progress, inspections, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), shipping, logistics, and delivery schedules.
- Support supplier prequalification, vendor performance evaluations, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
- Manage purchase orders, procurement documentation, supplier correspondence, and procurement reporting.
- Support contract administration activities, including claims, variation orders, and commercial clarifications where required.
- Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure on-time project delivery.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with international suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company procedures, project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of procurement experience within utility-scale renewable energy, transmission, substations, or infrastructure projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of High Voltage electrical equipment and systems.
- Experience working for EPC contractors or major infrastructure projects.
- Ability to review technical specifications, datasheets, drawings, and supplier documentation.
- Good understanding of international procurement processes, Incoterms, logistics, and contract administration.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken).
- Willingness to travel internationally when required.
Preferred Experience
- Procurement experience on utility-scale Solar PV and/or Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects.
- Experience procuring equipment for HV substations (33 kV–400 kV), including transformers, switchgear, protection systems, and grid connection infrastructure.
- Knowledge of Australian and/or New Zealand utility standards and grid connection requirements.
- Experience working with leading international High Voltage equipment manufacturers and suppliers.
- Experience in multicultural, multidisciplinary, and international EPC project environments.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on large-scale international Solar PV and BESS projects.
- An international position with close collaboration across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Career development within a fast-growing global renewable energy company.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Dynamic, collaborative, and multicultural working environment.
- Long-term international career opportunities within a leading EPC contractor.
Join INTEC Energy Solutions and help deliver world-class High Voltage infrastructure that powers the next generation of renewable energy projects.