Energy - Offshore Renewables Lead
Joining Arup
Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Offshore Renewables Lead to spearhead the development and delivery of electrical systems for offshore renewable energy projects across Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise in HV electrical systems, a proven track record in offshore renewables project delivery, and strong leadership in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments
This Energy Leader will play a pivotal role in strengthening Arup’s position in the Southeast Asia energy market, driving project success, enhancing client relationships, and fostering collaboration across disciplines. They will lead the delivery of complex energy infrastructure projects, ensuring innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions that align with client needs and industry best practices. This role will also contribute to business growth, technical excellence, and cross-disciplinary integration, reinforcing Arup’s reputation as a trusted advisor in the energy sector.
The Opportunity
• Lead the delivery of offshore renewables projects, including but not limited to offshore wind, tidal, floating solar and interconnectors.
• Provide technical leadership in the preparation of design basis, specifications, and functional requirements for electrical infrastructure.
• Develop and optimize offshore electrical topologies, manage grid connection assessments and interface with utilities and regulatory bodies across Southeast Asia markets.
• Support team members in technical execution and problem-solving, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders, utilities, and government agencies.
Is This Role Right for You?
• Chartered Engineer (e.g., CPEng, CEng) with a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of experience in the energy sector, with a strong focus on offshore renewables.
• Proven experience delivering offshore renewables projects across APAC, including Taiwan, South Korea, Japan, Australia, and Southeast Asia.
• Expertise in electrical design, overall offshore electrical topology, offshore substations and grid integration.
• Strong project management skills with experience leading multidisciplinary teams.
What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
• We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Please see a list of Arup’s Singapore benefits below:
• Hybrid working policy & flexible working hours
• 13th month bonus
• Birthday leave
• Paid parental leave for birth mothers 16 weeks & new parents (excluding birth mothers) 4 weeks
• Purchase Additional leave of up to 20 days (permanent employees)
• Paid Annual subscription to relevant Professional association.
• Reimbursement of Professional Engineers application and examination Fees
• International mobility opportunities
• QP allowance
• Site Allowance
• Work related travel insurance
• Dental expense cover
• Marriage leave (3 days)
• Examination leave (2 days)
• Family care leave
• Bike Loans of up to SGD2000
Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Arup provide an environment where you will make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.
Our Application Process
Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Helen Pakhomov on helen.pakhomov@arup.com
Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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