Power Systems Engineer

Join our rapidly growing and expert team at Copenhagen Offshore Partners, where we are leading the development and construction of offshore wind projects worldwide. At COP, we thrive in a fast-paced and exciting environment, working collaboratively and empowering our team members to make a meaningful impact to accelerate the global energy transition. We are a bold, dynamic company with an unwavering focus on our people, enabling them with the skills, experience, and trust to make a difference – on the job and for our renewable energy future. 

As our project portfolio expands around the world, we are building a deeply motivated, diverse, and skilled workforce driven to make a positive impact on the planet. It is such an exciting time to join us, and if everything we have shared so far and explained in detail below sounds motivating to you, we look forward to receiving your application! 

We are looking for a Power Systems Engineer to take on responsibility for our power systems design for our offshore wind projects. The work involves engagement both at feasibility/concept level and all the way through to grid compliance verification. You will join our Power systems Engineering team and you will be based in Denmark (Copenhagen or Vejle). 

You will support initiatives including: 

• Design and development of electrical transmission systems for offshore wind power plants. 

• Design of wind power plant control and protection philosophy. 

• Technical assessment of grid code requirements and grid compliance verification. 

• Modelling and simulating power systems for offshore wind power, including modelling of wind turbine generators, power plant controllers and dynamic reactive power compensation equipment. 

• High level technical specifications of high voltage equipment for transmission systems. 

To succeed in this role, you: 

• Have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, Power Systems, or related field. 

• Have experience in power systems engineering for renewable energy generation projects, including knowledge about power systems, grid integration and system dynamics. 

• Are proficient in PowerFactory, PSCAD or PSSE for modeling and simulation of transmission systems and renewable energy generators. 

• Poses strong communication skills to convey ideas into real projects within the immediate and larger international team. 

• Are a strong team player who enjoys collaboration. 

What we offer:

We provide a unique opportunity for you to build trust and take on significant responsibilities right from your first day. You will have the chance to work on complex renewable energy projects, contributing to the growth of our rapidly expanding organization. Joining our team means becoming part of a dynamic work environment, collaborating with over 400 employees from diverse backgrounds representing over 40 nationalities. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package – all of which we will be delighted to inform you of during the interview process.  

Can you see yourself on our team? Apply to positions where you can make a difference! 

We will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis; therefore, early application is encouraged. 

If you have any questions concerning this position, please contact [email protected]. We will handle your information with confidentiality and handle all personal data in accordance with our Privacy Notice.  

We look forward to receiving your application.  

About COP 

We are a global leader in offshore wind project origination, development, and construction. With a project portfolio of over 50+ GW, one third of which is floating offshore wind, we are driving the energy transition forward and accelerating the move to net zero. Our expertise extends globally, to new markets and through ongoing projects, four of which are currently in construction: Changfang Xidao and Zhong Neng in Taiwan, Vineyard Wind 1 in the United States and Jeonnam 1 in Kore.  

At COP, we specialize in system integration, including cutting-edge power-to-x solutions, and our delivery model relies on agile teams comprised of industry-leading professionals. We believe that success in large-scale renewable projects requires an engaged and empowered workforce with deep commercial, technical, regulatory, and legal expertise, so rest assured that no company in the world will see you better positioned to shape the future of the offshore wind industry, and to become a leader in this exciting field. 

Please Note: 

We unfortunately are not considering staffing agency inquiries or submissions for open opportunities for our team. We appreciate your respect for our current approach and if future opportunities arise where we require external assistance, we will reach out to selected agencies directly.