Ella Conway

Ella Conway

Associate Consultant - Site

As an Associate Consultant at LSP Renewables, Ella specialises in connecting market-leading talent with innovative projects in the offshore wind industry. With a passion for renewable energy and a customer-centric approach, she is dedicated to providing an industry-leading level of service to our clients and candidates.

Her role involves successfully delivering on multiple Construction/Commissioning positions including Commissioning Engineers, Client Representatives & Senior Authorised Persons for major offshore wind projects across Europe and Asia. Leveraging her comprehensive understanding of offshore wind farms, gained through the Renewable Construction Academy certification, she listens, understands, searches, and delivers tailored solutions that meet the unique challenges and goals of the renewable energy sector.

By bridging the gap between skilled professionals and pioneering projects, she contributes to the growth and sustainability of the offshore wind industry, ensuring that our clients have the best talent to drive their projects forward

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Solar

Regional Site Lead

Texas, United States

Our Client is expanding it’s presence in the renewable energy sector, and they are looking for a dedicated Regional Solar Site Field Lead to join their team. This exciting role involves managing their utility-scale solar farms in the Dallas, Texas area ensuring optimal performance, and supporting their mission to lead in renewable energies. As Regional Site Lead you will work in the field traveling to several utility-scale solar sites. Key Responsibilities Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE): Enforce our Client’s HSE policies and ensure all third parties comply with our standards. Oversee day-to-day operations, maintenance, and administrative activities for multiple large-scale solar and BESS generation sites in the Houston region. Manage and support O&M contractors and equipment vendors, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and best industry practices. Assist with equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, and operations to ensure maximum safety and efficiency. Stakeholder Relations: Maintain positive relationships with landowners, suppliers, customers, vendors, service providers, governmental authorities, and contractors. Contribute to the development of internal operating policies, standards, and procedures. RequirementsEducation Undergraduate degree in engineering or a technical diploma/high school diploma with five (5) years of related industry experience. At least three (3) years of supervisory experience in solar O&M. At least ten (10) years of operations and maintenance experience. In-depth knowledge of HV substation equipment and solar power-generating Familiarity with LOTO procedures and Electrical Safe Work practices. NFPA 70E QEW for LV and HV is a plus. Experience with SEL, GE protection relays, and RTAC is a plus. Certifications in Sungrow, SMA, and SiemensGamesa inverters are a plus. Experience in energy storage and wind renewable energy is a plus. Skills Superior communication and presentation skills. Outstanding interpersonal skills with the ability to lead efficiently. Excellent organizational skills with a knack for clear and effective project planning and executive-level reporting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). Experience with CMMS tools (SAP PM) is a plus. Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to be fully on-site and rotate between sites in the Houston area. US work permit and a valid U.S. driver’s license.

Offshore Wind

T&I Engineer Lead - WTG Jackets

London, Greater London, South East, England

Our client is looking for a Transport & Installation WTG Jacket Lead, who will lead the engineering and execution scopes of the Wind Turbine Generator (WTG) Jacket (JKT) Transport and Installation (T&I) for their development projects in the UK within the T&I team. Key ResponsibilitiesReport to the T&I Work Package Manager (WPM) for projects and Deputy T&I WPM;Support the T&I WPM and Deputy WPM in the technical management of the JKT T&I scope;Actively integrate a multi-discipline team in a multi-culture and multi-company environment (Joint Venture);Be specifically responsible for the safe and efficient technical execution of the JKT T&I works;Ensure that the JKT T&I contractor technically execute the works as per the quality standards set up within the Projects;Interface closely with the EPC work packages and eventually with the Port development work package, as well as defining the T&I Contractor requirements, planning and mapping the load out sequence, the transfers of custody between the different parties involved, etc.;Efficiently interface with all other technical work packages (OSP, WTG, IAC, Geo, etc.) as well as other internal stakeholders regarding the JKT scope specific requirements. Demonstrable interface management during project design phases is essential;Take on the technical leading role with the T&I Contractors tendering the works during the bid phase, the clarification and negotiation phase and thereafter the contract execution phase;Work directly with the relevant work stream managers for our projects to review the setup for installation in conjunction with the programme, the consenting application and discharge, and the HSE UK regulations;Provide valuable input in the evaluation and costing of development and execution projects (CAPEX) and will take over the preparation of tender documents, as well as providing support in contract negotiations; RequirementsA master’s degree or the equivalent in engineering or industrial engineering;A proven 10 years track record in working with/in cross-functional teams in offshore construction projects and high confidence with effective stakeholder management.A good understanding and working knowledge of large-scale energy projects in the offshore energy sector, preferably in Offshore Wind;You have practical experience in marine logistics including marshalling and loadouts, especially transport and installation of heavy structures for offshore projects;Your knowledge on JKT related scopes and required operations are essential, including JKT T&I and pile driving experience;Fluency in Business English, German is a plus.You are very effective in multi-stakeholders relationship building, demonstrated by your effective presentation, communication and negotiation skills, persuasiveness, assertiveness and teamwork attitude.Your ability and willingness to travel are crucial requirements for being a member of the team that operates across different locations, including London (office based 3 days a week minimum).Offshore trips and support will be a requirement.

Offshore Wind

SAP - 400kV / Control Engineer

United Kingdom

Our client is seeking a SAP - 400kV / Control Engineer to join their team. Key ResponsibilitiesFulfil the following roles in accordance with the Operational Safety Rules on systems up to 400kV: Senior Authorised Person (L3) Safety Coordinator System ControllerParticipate in all provided training and authorisation processes to achieve and maintain required authorisations for the Offshore Wind Farm.Take responsibility in ensuring Safety From The System is achieved and all required documentation is prepared and issued prior to all work commencing.Assess each job on a task by task basis. Identifying all necessary precautions.Supervise Contractors and ensure use of correct PPE, equipment and working practices)Prepare/review Method Statements and Risk Assessments for work on site.Support the Location/Responsible Manager in the development and production of all required Local Management Instructions.Fully support the Location/Responsible Manager and coordinate the necessary documentation control procedures associated with Operational Safety Rules always ensuring known status.Participate in onshore shift rotation and 24/7 callout rota during transitional phase of commissioning Deliverables Arrange necessary Safety Documents for work on the 400kV, HVDC/OFTO and WFO plant & apparatus, working alongside National Grid Senior Authorised Persons and coordinate cross boundary activities via the Record of Inter System Safety Precaution (RISSP) process.Coordinate Senior Authorised Person tasks/activities on and offshore.Control and Monitoring of Overall SystemConsenting the Release of Plant & ApparatusConsenting in preparation and Cancellation of Safety DocumentsApproval of and Issuing of Switching SystemsManagement of Cross Boundary Switching with National Grid, DNO or Generator •Support the Commissioning Manager with the specification and procurement of the approved tools and equipment that will be required to implement the Operational Safety Rules at the Offshore Wind Farm. Requirements Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status within a Distribution Network Operator, National Grid or Offshore Wind Farm to 400kV.Relevant technical education, for example, time served apprenticeship or similar with a HNC qualification (or equivalent) in an electrical engineering discipline.IOSH/NEBOSH Certification.Valid National Grid Persons (Substations) certification.Significant and demonstrable experience working in a similar capacity.Proven track record in a Control Engineer and 400kV role.Proven track record in Client role. Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skills.Self-starting with planning/coordination and problem-solving abilities.Good standard of IT literacy (i.e. MS Office).Ability to produce project specific documentation as required to support the project and implementation of Company procedures.Provide all standard Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as required to perform your role.

Solar

Senior Electrical Engineer

Copenhagen, Denmark

LSP Renewables have partnered with a leading IPP in the European Solar PV industry to recruit a Senior Electrical Engineer in Copenhagen, Denmark, to be responsible for the electrical system design of our clients solar PV- and BESS plants and their grid connection, making sure to implement techno-economical optimal electrical design and that this design complies with legislations, standards and grid connection requirements.Our client develop, construct, and operate utility-scale solar parks across Europe, and are active across 12 countries. They have half a GW in their operating portfolio and a multi GW development pipeline. The successful candidate will be a key resource in our clients Engineering team. Key Responsibilities Design the HV, MV and LV electrical systems for PV- and BESS plants, from the inverters to the grid connection point. Dimension the HV, MV and LV AC cables and their connections between electrical equipment and cooperate with the PV Design Team for the cable trench design. Provide technical expertise to the procurement team with technical specifications for electrical equipment and evaluate offers with regards to price, quality etc. In close cooperation with EPC Project Managers, manage external suppliers, contractors, and consultants for electrical substation design, construction and commissioning: Prepare technical specifications with detailed scope definitions for procurement and ensure the substation design complies with Grid Connection Agreements and project specific local requirements. Lead technical negotiations for grid connection and electrical equipment related procurement such as high-voltage switchgear and transformers. Follow suppliers to comply with the technical aspects of their contract and the project timeline during the contract period. Provide expert knowledge for the optimization of park designs and coordinate the design work with other colleagues from the Engineering Department (PV Designers, Instrumentation & Control Engineers), as well as with EPC Project Managers. Manage external consultants during the Detailed Design phase of PV- and BESS plants, when it is chosen to outsource design packages. Assisting Commissioning Team on site with technical expertise when needed for cold and hot commissioning of electrical equipment. Requirements Minimum 3 years relevant professional experience with electrical power systems. BSc. or MSc. in Electrical- or Power System Engineering or similar. Expertise with electrical substations for transmission and distribution systems and/or grid connection of renewable energy projects such as PV, BESS or wind power plants. Sound understanding of Grid Code requirements and main electrical components such as high-voltage switchgear and transformers. Experience with technical project management and interfacing various stakeholders while keeping a high focus on quality and timeline. Proficient in English, any other European language would be an advantage

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