V a c a n c i e s  

:: Marine Civil Engineer
     posted 12 July 2010

Voith Hydro Wavegen is a world leader in Wave Energy Technology, with unmatched operating experience.  The Limpet plant on Islay is the world’s first commercial scale grid-connected wave energy plant and provides a unique test bed for product development. Voith Hydro Wavegen is a wholly owned subsidiary of Voith Hydro.

To strengthen our team we are seeking an experienced Marine Civil Engineer to provide the discipline lead for Civil Engineering in Voith Hydro Wavegen, for both technology development and commercial projects.  The work will involve conceptual design, specification and working with contractors and consultants to facilitate the development of projects for Wavegen.  The role reports to the Chief Technology Officer and will include the following specific activities.

Candidates will be degree qualified (2:1 or better) with design and installation experience of offshore structures, and should be a full member of the I.C.E or equivalent.  This is a largely autonomous role, and candidates should have operated at project engineer level, with significant responsibility for projects or project elements.  Ability to take the initiative and good communication skills will be essential.

The position will be based in Inverness, and will involve travel and assignments determined by project commitments.

 To apply, please email your CV, covering letter and salary expectation to: helen.apps@wavegen.com