Company Description

Statkraft has been making clean energy possible for over a century. That’s what we offer. 125 years of unrivalled expertise in supplying the world with what it needs most. We envision a world that runs entirely on renewable energy. Because in the fight against climate change, we don’t see renewable energy as part of the solution – we believe it must be the solution. With us, you will shape a career that is truly forward-facing with many amazing opportunities and offerings to match. 

But there is more work to be done – that is why we need you to join! 

Job Description

The business area New Energy Solutions is Statkraft’s incubator of new energy businesses and has global responsibility for hydrogen, EV charging, biofuel, district heating, and research and development (R&D) activities. New Energy Solutions is also responsible for finding, developing, and scaling new opportunities in green energy technologies.

In this role you will work in the Host Norway department, which is responsible for finding, assessing, and developing sites for new green industry development in Statkraft. As a Senior Site Developer, you will: 

• Contribute to developing project sites for power-intensive green industry (e.g., hydrogen, biofuels, data centers, etc.) by providing technical advice on grid connection and other technical infrastructure 
• Lead or contribute to multidiscipline projects from initiation of potential project sites to the construction phase, focusing on technical utilities, grid connection, and site feasibility 
• Work on sorting out potential ways of feeding sites with electricity, high-level design of facilities, impact assessments and environmental aspects, risk and vulnerability, grid cost estimates, grid connection processes, and NVEs concession processes 
• Provide technical direction for feasibility studies and further project development, allowing you to expand your knowledge and tasks beyond your electrical discipline 
• Stay updated on regional and national grid plans, as well as regional/national maturity processes for grid connection and other relevant processes linked to NVE and other stakeholders' processes and regulations 
• Assist with negotiating grid technical requirements and preparation of contractual documentation, ensuring that projects move forward smoothly 
• Engage with the TSO, DSOs, local authorities, landowners, consultants, and industry to support the wider development strategy and make a positive impact 
• Provide technical advice to developers and project managers, helping to support the technical development of their projects and contributing to the growth of the green industry

Qualifications

We believe that the right candidate has the following qualifications: 

• Degree in engineering or natural sciences 
• Good technical knowledge of the operation and challenges associated with electricity transmission and distribution systems 
• Experience from grid connection application processes 
• Good communication skills in both Norwegian and English 
• Experience from, or interest in, Project Management would be desirable for this exciting and rewarding position 

Additional Information

What We Offer

• Unlimited learning opportunities at various levels of the organisation
• The chance to grow your career alongside a truly global network of experts, leaders, specialists, and graduates from different countries and backgrounds
• The opportunity to work somewhere with pride, and be able to honestly say “My work is contributing to saving the planet”
• A work culture that puts emphasis on the individual, offering flexible working solutions and work-life balance principles
• A focus on fun outside of work, supported by various activity groups such as soccer, yoga, sailing, climbing, boxing, cabin rentals, and much more
• Statkraft offers competitive terms of employment and benefit schemes, and we’re a trusted employer that puts the safety of our people first. We believe that a safe and healthy working environment is a matter of choice, not chance

Statkraft's vision is to renew the way the world is powered. To navigate the complex journey ahead, we need every voice at the table. We therefore work actively to be a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome all applicants regardless of background, gender, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, ethnicity, or disability. 

Statkraft manages critical infrastructure and services in several countries. The applicant must be eligible for security clearance and authorization.

Application deadline: 8. June 2023. 

Location and travel: The position will be located at the head office in Oslo. Some travel will be required.

Contact: For questions about the role, please contact Ingeborg Kahlbom Wathne, VP Host Norway. Phone 47 988 86 867 or email [email protected]