Working at CorPower Ocean you will be part of a world class team, committed to make big impact. We are on a mission to bring reliable and competitive wave energy to the world. We offer a high degree of freedom and flexibility, combined with great personal responsibility. CorPower Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown game-changing performance. Your work will contribute to the global transition to renewable energy by unlocking one of the largest untapped sources of clean energy on earth.

Role:

We are now looking for an electrical engineer to take an important role in the construction, testing and deployment of our full-scale wave energy converter. This role is based in our Portuguese entity in Viana do Castelo where you will participate in all related electrical works onshore and offshore.

Responsibilities:

• Install, inspect, repair, replace, maintain, and make necessary test on all low to medium voltage wave energy converter (WEC) systems, equipment, transformers, switchgear, generators, and distribution systems.

• Contribute to develop submarine cabling and WEC installation work packages to define scopes of work and to support the project scheduling.

• Generate effective and accurate written documents, reports, and technical drawings.

• Interface with internal and external customers regarding the low and medium onshore and offshore electrical systems.
• Work where necessary, with other functions, to assist in achieving overall project objectives.
• Support pilot installations in the field

Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree, in electrical engineering, with at least 3-5 years working experience.

• Medium voltage expertise, both academic and industrial, in new product development.
• Preferably experience on medium voltage equipment; switchgear, transformers, and generators.

• Knowledge specific and applicable Portuguese standards related to electrical engineering, grid connection and overall electrical compliance.

• Hands-on experience in wire assembly and cable repair, having some mechanical machine assembly experience will be a plus.

• Ability to climb ladders, work in tight spaces and to perform tasks that require standing, kneeling, crouching, and climbing hand over hand.

• Prepared and willing to work in challenging marine outdoor environments.

• Besides your formal training and degree, your personality, experience, and interest in the field, having passion for technology and machines in general is also important.

• Proficient in English, both spoken and written (colloquial and technical).

As a person:

• You are striving for excellence, put quality into everything you do
• You are self-motivated and love to optimise your time
• You always search for the most sustainable solutions to difficult problems
• You love to learn new things, and take pride in constantly developing your skills
• You are persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach pioneering goals
• You see your tasks through to completion
• You are comfortable in presenting your solutions internally and externally
• You are data driven and strive to always back your points with a solid research

Benefits include:

• 5 extra days of vacation.
• Meal allowanced (max non-taxable amount).
• Company cell phone and laptop.