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Senior HV Electrical Authorized Person – Offshore Wind

North Kingstown, RI 02852

Posted: 08/10/2026 Industry: Engineering Job Number: 59146321 Pay Rate: $900-1000 / hour

Job Description

CLIENT HIGHLIGHTThe Client you will be working for is a leader in the Renewable Energy industry. They specialize in Utility Scale Wind and Solar Development. This opportunity will give you experience in the growing Offshore Wind industry in the United States with a company that is a globally recognized leader in sustainable energy.
LOCATIONNorth Kingstown, RI 02852
COMPENSATION$900-1000/dayFull benefits offered
CONTRACT TERM13 months with high likelihood for extension
SCHEDULEOffshore rotation: 3 weeks on//3 weeks off
POSITION OVERVIEW: Senior HV Electrical Authorized Person – Offshore Wind- We are seeking a Senior HV Electrical Authorized Person to support offshore and onshore wind projects, with responsibility for high-voltage electrical safety, system integration, commissioning, operational supervision, and electrical authorization. The successful candidate will provide senior technical oversight of HV/MV/LV electrical systems, including wind turbine generators, offshore substations, onshore substations, and HV submarine and onshore cable systems. This role will ensure compliance with applicable country-specific legislation, electrical standards, and client's Electrical Safety Rules. RESPONSIBILITIES 
  • Implement and ensure compliance with client’s Electrical Safety Rules and safe systems of work. 
  • Maintain responsibility for electrical safety in accordance with applicable country-specific legislation, regulations, and standards. 
  • Provide the final technical authority for MV/HV switching and electrical isolations. 
  • Define and implement electrical safety procedures and site-specific instructions. 
  • Control and maintain electrical safety documentation and permits. 
  • Conduct electrical safety inspections, audits, and site assessments. 
  • Review RAMS, method statements, and high-voltage scopes of work for electrical safety and compliance. 
  • Manage and coordinate HV/MV/LV commissioning activities throughout project construction and commissioning stages. 
  • Oversee the safe commissioning of grid connections, onshore substations, and associated MV/HV/LV equipment. 
  • Provide operational guidance on HV electrical installations associated with: 
    • Wind turbine generators (WTGs) 
    • Offshore substations 
    • Onshore substations 
    • HV submarine cables 
    • HV onshore cables 
  • Coordinate commissioning activities with relevant stakeholders, including National Grid, and participate in commissioning panel meetings. 
  • Support FAT and SAT activities for high-voltage equipment. 
  • Provide technical input to project design, commissioning management manuals, and pre-commissioning/commissioning quality plans. 
  • Prepare, review, and approve HV switching schedules and programs. 
  • Oversee and delegate planning for switching activities across offshore and onshore sites. 
  • Manage outage activities and network control in collaboration with Control Engineers. 
  • Review and update MV/HV/LV electrical schematic diagrams. 
  • Perform onsite verification of switching programs and electrical isolation arrangements. 
  • Maintain overall safety, security, and integrity of the HV network. 
  • Delegate work scopes and responsibilities to Transmission Specialists and Operators across offshore and onshore sites. 
  • Coordinate resource planning and work activities for Transmission Specialists and Operators. 
  • Manage rotation plans for site-based Transmission Specialists and Operators. 
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to HV Authorised Persons (APs) during field training. 
  • Participate in the authorization and assessment of new electrical personnel. 
  • Develop and deliver training programs related to electrical safety rules and procedures. 
  • Promote effective coordination, communication, and collaboration among project teams 
REQUIREMENTS
  • Several years of experience in HV electrical operations and commissioning. 
  • Strong experience with high-voltage electrical systems, preferably within offshore wind or another complex energy/infrastructure environment. 
  • Appropriate electrical qualifications and technical background corresponding to the required authorization scope. 
  • Minimum 3 years of experience working with onshore substation systems. 
  • Demonstrated experience with MV/HV/LV commissioning, switching, isolation, and electrical safety procedures. 
  • Previous experience acting as an Authorized Person (AP) or Senior Authorized Person (SAP). 
  • Knowledge of applicable country-specific electrical standards, legislation, and regulations. 
  • Experience reviewing RAMS, Method Statements, switching schedules, and electrical safety documentation. 
  • Experience coordinating electrical commissioning activities with utilities/grid operators. 
  • Strong understanding of HV networks, substations, grid connections, and associated cable systems. 
  • Ability to lead, coordinate, delegate, and mentor technical electrical personnel.
   

Meet Your Recruiter

Danielle Speed
Lead Recruiter

Danielle currently serves as a Recruiter II for WCL Group. With a passion for helping people, talking, and learning more about people from all over the country, she found recruiting particularly exciting because she gets to help people land their dream job and excel in their career!

Danielle started out her career in PR and client relations, and began her journey in Recruiting with WCL Group in May 2024. She is excited to foster meaningful relationships with clients and candidates, and continuously grow within the industry. Being enthusiastic, empathetic, and ambitious is what leads her to be successful day in and day out.

Danielle is originally from the Sacramento, CA area but moved to Boise in 2019 for college. After graduating, she decided to stay in the Boise, ID area and considers it home. She is a proud alumnus of Boise State University and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Communications with a minor in Public Relations.

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