Join Our Team as an HVDC Specialist at TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC!

Are you ready to make a difference in the renewable energy sector? Join us at TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC as an HVDC Specialist, based in our vibrant NYC office. We’re on a mission to power the future with clean energy, and we need passionate experts like you to help us achieve our goals.

About Us:

We’ve secured a 1.3GW offtake contract in New Jersey for 2024 and are gearing up for even more exciting opportunities. If you’re motivated to lay the groundwork for large-scale offshore wind projects and make a positive impact in our community, we want you on our team!

What You Will Bring:

• Experience: 15+ years in HVDC & FACTs project delivery. A Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is a plus. Professional Engineering licensure is preferred but not required.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in electromagnetic transient software, Mathcad, MATLAB, Aspen/CAPE, PSS®E/PSLF, and other power systems engineering tools. Experience transitioning from study phase to detailed engineering and commissioning of HVDC projects.
• Expertise: In-depth knowledge of HVDC converter technologies (VSC, LCC), FACTS technologies (STATCOM, SVC, Sync Condenser), and related IBR integration.
• Project Management: Proven experience in managing projects, from power system studies to design and execution of transmission systems (69kV and higher).
• Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical topics to non-technical audiences.
  
  

Your Role:

• Technical Leadership: Provide expertise in HVDC configurations and technologies, including VSC, Symmetrical, Monopole, Bipole, and STATCOMs.
• Engineering Excellence: Lead engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning efforts, including hardware-in-the-loop, factory acceptance tests, and on-site testing.
• Research & Development: Conduct complex research on HVDC equipment and control methods, exploring innovative solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Represent the project as the HVDC Subject Matter Expert in technical discussions and workshops.
• Compliance & Standards: Ensure design compliance with industry standards (IEEE, ANSI, PJM, IEC, CIGRE) and regulatory requirements.
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor junior staff in HVDC/FACTS and other engineering disciplines.

• Provide overall technical expertise in the areas of HVDC, including various configurations like VSC, Symmetrical, Monopole and Bipole, STATCOMs, etc. configurations.
• Provide overall engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning related expertise in HVDC P&C, Primary, Layout, Physical, applications including, hardware in the loop, factory acceptance tests, real-time simulator tests, and on-site testing & commissioning.
• Ability to perform and review complex engineering calculations needed for the detailed engineering of the HVDC projects
• Able to perform complex research about HVDC equipment, control methods, and/or explore alternative solutions
• Lead the development and implementation of company’s requirements and technical specifications of the HVDC parameters with OEM(s)
• Review, document and approve the detailed engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning related documents and drawings received as deliverables from Owner’s Engineers or OEMs
• Lead and liaison, when necessary, key technical stakeholder (internal or external) workshops and discussions surrounding HVDC and represent as the Project’s (Attentive Energy’s) HVDC Subject Matter Expert
• Interface as needed with multi-disciplines of the project including WTG Technical Experts, Onshore Transmission Manager, Senior Interconnection Engineer, Cable Specialists, and others relevant to the Transmission scope as well as to the Offshore Wind Farm scope.
• Manage external consultants and providing technical guidance and direction to the OE and OEM supporting the HVDC and Transmission related technical deliverables
• Ensure design compliance with the respective industry (e.g. IEEE, ANSI, PJM, IEC, CIGRE), utility, RTO/ISO, FERC-NERC governing standards and requirements
• Participate in conferences and forums to discuss technical concepts and challenges in the area of transmission, HVDC and FACTS
• Assisting with defining project schedules for a single discipline or may have responsibility for multiple disciplines.
• Assisting in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards as they relate to the Transmission and HVDC packages
• Periodically travel between company offices as well as travel to and from project facilities where travel can include technology assessments, factory witnessing and site visits 
• Perform other tasks and takes on additional duties as reasonably assigned by supervisor, project manager and/or group unit.
• Guiding, mentoring, and training of junior staff in the area of HVDC/FACTS and other engineering disciplines

Ready to join a dynamic team and contribute to a sustainable future? Apply now and be part of the renewable energy revolution at TotalEnergies Renewables USA, LLC!

Working at TotalEnergies 

At TotalEnergies we are committed to balancing flexibility while fostering strong relationships among our team members. Our office-based employees work together from dynamic workspaces 3 days per week to build teamwork through collaboration while also having the flexibility to work from home 2 days per week. TotalEnergies Renewables USA currently has offices in San Francisco, Boston, Austin, Houston, and NYC. The anticipated salary range for this role is $140,000 -$170,000 USD based on qualifications, experience, and market.

What We Provide

TotalEnergies offers a robust comprehensive benefits package available to employees on the first day of hire.  These benefits include but are not limited to generous PTO, medical, dental & vision care, HSA with company contributions, health FSA, commuter benefits or paid parking, 401(k) plan with employer match, pension plan, life & accident insurances, generous parental leave, education assistance, fitness subsidy and more. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other category protected under applicable federal, state or local law. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.

TotalEnergies believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.