Descripción de la oferta
Company Overview
Subsidiary of the Bouygues group, Equans is a global leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees across 5 continents, and revenue of 18.7 billion euros in 2025.
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Equans provides its customers with excellent technical expertise in the design, installation, maintenance and operation of multiservice facilities.
The Business Unit You’ll Be Joining
The Energies Business Unit (BU) comprises two main activities:
The T&D division, operating under the Bouygues Energies & Services brand, specializes in the transmission and distribution of electricity. This includes overhead lines, high-voltage substations, underground connections, special foundations and T&D services.
The Photovoltaic and Battery Storage division, under the Equans Solar & Storage brand, is a unique partner offering integrated, high-performance, large-scale solutions for solar & storage projects in France and internationally.
What You’ll Be Leading
We are recruiting a Lead Electrical Engineer for the PV and battery storage activity to manage high-impact projects in Spain as well as Central and South America. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high voltage substation and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) layout and design.
This role involves leading the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems throughout both the sales and execution phases. You will ensure that all projects meet technical specifications, comply with safety standards, and fulfill client requirements.
Your Main Responsibilities :
Develop and review detailed designs and layouts for substations and BESS, including electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and general arrangement drawings.
Provide technical guidance and support in substation and BESS design, including equipment selection, protection and control systems, grounding, and power distribution.
Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards, codes, and regulations for the applicable countries.
Perform design reviews, inspections, and testing to ensure quality and performance of electrical systems.
Work closely with clients together with the business development/ bid manager during commercial phase and with the project manager during execution phase. Mainly to understand their requirements, provide technical solutions, and present design concepts and project progress.
Lead engineering projects from conception through completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including civil, mechanical, and structural engineers.
Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including design calculations, reports, and as-built drawings.
The profile we’re looking for
Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation and BESS design (preferably OEM or EPC).
Technical skills: Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g.AutoCAD, ETAP, SKM, Cymcap), knowledge of SCADA systems, PLC programming testing and commissioning.
Language skills: You are fluent in both Spanish and English. Knowledge of French will be considered an asset.
Soft skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong capacity to maintain a “helicopter view” (seeing the big picture) and outstanding communication skills.
Travel: Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
Our Recruitment Process
An initial conversation with the recruiter
One or two interviews with the hiring manager and/or relevant team lead
A final conversation may be held with an additional HR contact or senior team member.
We’ll keep you informed every step of the way – our process is guided by transparency and care.
Our Commitment
At Equans, we believe in the value of diverse talent. This role is open to all candidates, including individuals with disabilities. xiphteb
We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, inclusion, and safety – key pillars of our company culture.
