Senior Wind Due Diligence Engineer

As a Senior Engineer in this team the individual will be expected to :

• Performance of Technical Due Diligence – This requires understanding what is needed for a proper technical risk assessment of a renewable project, including:
• Construction contracts (turbine supply and balance of plant)
• Operation and maintenance contracts
• Grid Connection Agreements
• Power Purchase Agreements
• Assessment of Balance of Plant (civil and electrical infrastructure)
• Wind technology and site suitability assessment (climatic conditions, acoustic, ground conditions)
• Technical analysis of project contracts (FIDIC, GCC etc)
• Assessment of project construction schedule
• Review of project authorizations, licenses or land securement contracts
• Evaluation of technical inputs for Project’s Financial Model
• NOTE: Detailed experience in one or several of the aspects listed above would be valued (electrical design, contract negotiations, regulatory aspects related to interconnection or PPAs, etc)
• Project management of medium/large size projects and portfolios – coordination of a team of specialists (locally and internationally) to provide top-level technical advisory and deliver high-quality reports, according to the tasks detailed above for a Technical Due Diligence.
• Owner’s and/or Lender’s Engineer (also known as Independent Engineer) during pre-construction and construction phase of the projects:
• Technical Due Diligence reports for support Project Financing or M&A decisions
• Construction monitoring to assess construction progress and control the quality of the work
• Monthly construction meeting organization with the contractor(s)
• Approval of contractual payment schedule condition precedents
• Approval of take-over condition precedents and punch list issuance
• Commercial support (awareness of market trends, participation in industry conferences, proposal management and winning new business in the South African market)
• Technology scouting and market watch
• Assistance with general group activities
• Be able to mentor junior staff.
• Any other appropriate duties as directed by line management.
• A challenging and varied role in a dynamic and international environment.
• Dedicated local team and part of a broader due diligence community.
• Wide support network with world-leading technical expertise – we have over 180 dedicated regional renewables experts, who are part of a broader 1500 strong energy community.
• Along with competitive conditions, DNV offers you the possibility to make a global impact on a safe and sustainable future. Our working culture is based on respect for one another and the appreciation of work-life balance.
• DNV is committed to support your personal and professional growth: We enable continuous individual development through ongoing professional training; Work with dedicated and competent colleagues and meet the world’s most progressive customers in an international environment; Experience complex and exciting challenges; Work locally with the chance to expand your global horizon;
• We provide a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering required. Masters or PhD preferred.
• Professional registration is not a prerequisite, however would be viewed as an additional positive aspect.
• Minimum of 5 years of previous TDD experience within the renewable energy industry, preferably working for a tier-A consultancy or project developer.
• Understanding of enforceable norms and regulations within the renewable industry, focused on the South African and Sub-Saharan regulatory environment.
• Knowledge of the general global energy market and, in particular, about other renewable energy technological trends in South Africa.
• Experience in development, design, review and/or supervision of renewable projects, including technology, civil and electrical infrastructure works and/or grid interconnection. Experience in other kinds of energy projects would also be valuable.
• Exceptional English language skills (both in writing and speaking) required. Other languages an advantage (Xhosa, Zulu, Afrikaans, Arabic, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Mandarin or German).
• Proficiency in the standard suite of modern commercial computer software.
• Ability to work independently, be a self-starter, diligent, energetic, with a high standard of ethical behavior.
• Structured and service-minded approach, always focusing on delivering high-quality results.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, domestic and international.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage several ongoing projects simultaneously.
• Ability to complete small projects or portions of large projects on time and within budget.
• Project work often takes place in a fast-paced, international environment with tight delivery timeframes. The candidate must be willing to work with complex tasks under such deadline pressure and be comfortable in managing workflow to deliver work on time (working with their line manager and other team members to allocate work effectively).
• Lives the DNV values of We Share, We Care, We Dare.
• Business and customer oriented, with good connections in the South African market.

Physical abilities necessary to perform regular functions of the job:

• Occasional air travel to wind and solar farms, other offices and conferences.
• Valid driver’s license required and acceptable driving record meeting company requirements.
• Occasional work outdoors in harsh conditions including but not limited to climbing stairs and ladders to ascend wind turbines or met masts, travelling by car up to six hours and walking on uneven terrain.
• Occasional lifting of heavy objects, regular walking, sitting, bending, twisting, standing and reaching.