Electrical Technician - Wave energy Viana do Castelo

Working at Cor
Power 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. Cor
Power Ocean is a global leader in wave energy, with a technology that has shown
- 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 a medium voltage electrical technician 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 support all related electrical works onshore and offshore.

Responsibilities

• Together with our Senior MV Electrical engineer you will install, inspect, repair, replace, maintain, and make necessary test on all low to medium voltage wave energy converter (WEC & Hub) 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.
• Ensure that all assets, of the electrical offshore deployment plan, are installed to the quality and engineering standards.
• Support the refurbishment and the operation of onshore project related existing assets, as well as all related power supply systems of the research centre manufacturing hall.
• 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.

Skills and qualifications

• Minimum of 2-5 years relevant working experience on medium voltage equipment; switchgear, transformers, and generators.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is meriting
• Medium voltage experience, both academic and industrial, in new product development.
• 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 is meriting.
• MV splicing, termination and cable repair experience with MV protection equipment and control devices is meriting
• 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 and put quality into everything you do
• You love to learn new things and take pride in constantly developing your skills
• You always searching for the most simple and elegant solutions to difficult problems
• You are persistent, knowing it takes stamina to reach ambitious goals
• You are data driven and strive to always back your points with a solid analysis you are outspoken and like to interact with colleagues, partners and suppliers

Benefits include

• 5 extra days of vacation.
• Meal card for the maximum
  - taxable amount.
• Company cell phoneand laptop.