Head of Electrical Engineering

Position: Head of Electrical Engineering

Location: Greece (Heraklion, Attica) + Travel to project sites

Benefits: Competitive Salary, Company Vehicle, Travel Expenses, Company Equipment + Local Benefits

Profile:

We are searching for an experienced professional to lead the Electrical Engineering Department with end-to-end responsibility for the design, procurement, construction, testing/commissioning, and operation of HV/MV substations and transmission centers (AIS & GIS up to 400 kV), as well as grid connections for PV, Wind, and BESS projects. Also including; MV networks, fiber optics, protection & control systems, SLDs, layouts —ensuring safety, quality, cost efficiency, and adherence to schedule.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Key Leadership Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and monitor the progress of all electrical works (in-house and subcontractors) per project and overall program
• Organize, lead, and develop the company’s Electrical Engineering team (office & site)
• Define KPIs for safety, quality, cost, and schedule; develop and update master schedules

Technical Responsibilities:

• Primary and secondary design of HV/MV substations
• Preparation and review of SLDs, layouts, and protection & control schemes
• Technical documentation, as-built drawings, and methodologies
• Liaison with ADMIE, DEDDIE, EPC contractors, consultants, and clients for technical approvals

Procurement Responsibilities:

• Preparation of technical specifications and RFQs
• Technical and commercial evaluation of offers; preparation of comparison tables
• Verification of pricing against compliance and scope
• Value engineering, identification of deviations, and cost optimization
• Negotiations and clarifications with suppliers; documentation review (including FAT)

Tendering & Proposals Responsibilities:

• Analysis of tender documents, technical specifications, and contractual terms for HV/MV and renewable energy projects
• Preparation of comprehensive technical proposals for substations, transmission centers, and grid connection projects (PV, Wind, BESS)
• Definition of technical solutions, SLDs, and conceptual layouts at proposal stage
• Cost estimation (costing) for electrical works and preparation of budgets
• Collection and evaluation of quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Preparation of commercial offers in collaboration with Finance/Commercial Department
• Preparation of BOQs, comparison tables, and supporting documentation
• Identification of technical and commercial risks (risk assessment) and mitigation proposals
• Value engineering proposals to enhance competitiveness and cost efficiency
• Participation in clarification meetings with clients (clarifications/negotiations)
• Support during negotiation and contract finalization stage
• Ensuring compliance with proposals with regulations (ADMIE, DEDDIE, IEC, EN, etc.)
• Cross-functional collaboration (engineering, procurement, project management) for the delivery of reliable and competitive proposals

Site / Field Responsibilities:

• Supervision of HV/MV installations (busbars, power transformers, protection & control panels)
• Coordination of subcontractors and site teams, ensuring HSE and quality compliance
• Participation in testing, commissioning, and energization
• Review of drawings, methodologies, and as-built documentation
• Supervision of MV networks and fiber optics installation, terminations, and connections
• Supervision of power transformer assembly and primary equipment installation
• Execution of MV cable testing

Operations, Maintenance & Safety:

• Inspections in wind farms and substations for operation, faults, control cabins, and turbine markings
• Monitoring, recording, and reporting of preventive, corrective, and scheduled maintenance
• Review of maintenance and project reports
• Ensuring isolation/lockout of installations, proper use of PPE, and adherence to safety measures prior to any work
• Execution/approval of switching operations in LV/MV/HV equipment

Compliance & Collaboration:

• Delivery of services accurately and on time in compliance with laws, standards, and engineering best practices
• Adherence to project deadlines and schedules
• Review of studies/designs (internal or external) and timely identification of required corrections or additions
• Proposal for optimal techno-economic solutions
• Provision of clarifications, corrections, or amendments when required
• Collaboration with all disciplines to ensure seamless project execution

Ideal Background:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 20+ years of experience in HV/MV substations and transmission centers (110–400 kV), AIS and/or GIS
• Direct involvement in grid connection projects for PV, Wind, or BESS
• Proven experience in procurement (technical & commercial) and EPC/site environments
• Strong knowledge of HSE standards, regulations, and Greek legislation
• Very good command of English
• Strong leadership skills, stakeholder management, and willingness to travel across Greece

Desirable:

• Experience in FAT/SAT testing, relay settings, and SCADA/telecom interoperability
• HSE or Project Management certifications (e.g., PMP, PM2)
• Experience in value engineering and cost control

The Company:

NES Fircroft are currently working on behalf of a global power technology business which have a presence in almost 100 countries. Leading innovation for over a century, they partake in offering products, solutions and services within the energy industry. Helping their customers, improve efficiency, optimize resources, and reduce emissions.