Chief Technology Officer
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrical Engineering
I’m currently supporting a leading global EPC organisation in the renewable energy sector with the search for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the technology strategy and technical excellence of its Renewables Division.
This is a highly senior technical leadership position spanning Solar PV, BESS, Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and Hybrid Renewable Plants
, with a particular focus on grid integration, power systems, control technologies and utility-scale renewable generation
.
The Opportunity:
The CTO will provide strategic technical leadership across the full EPC lifecycle - from bidding and technology selection through engineering, commissioning and operational support.
Key responsibilities include:Leading specialist teams across Power Systems & Grid Integration, Control & Operations, Energy Yield & Performance, Technical Analysis & Diagnostics, Equipment Engineering and Telecommunications
Providing technical leadership on the integration of large-scale inverter-based renewable energy plants into utility grids
Reviewing and mitigating technical risks during bidding and project execution
Providing expertise across grid codes, power system studies, DMAT, SSCI, SSTI, power electronics controls and grid-event analysis
Overseeing RTDS/HIL testing, SAT, commissioning and technical troubleshooting
Supporting the technical evaluation and selection of WTGs, PV modules, BESS, control systems and other critical technologies
Working closely with utilities, developers, OEMs, consultants and internal business leaders
Representing the organisation at international conferences, technical forums and industry events
20+ years of experience within renewable energy, EPC, power systems, grid integration or utility operations
7–10+ years in senior technical leadership
Deep experience with utility-scale I plants >1 GW
, including Solar, Wind, BESS and Hybrid PlantsStrong understanding of utility grid operations and international grid codes
Experience with
power system studies, grid integration, control systems and operational challenges in weak-grid environmentsDirect or supervisory experience with RTDS testing, commissioning, SAT and technical troubleshooting
Strong knowledge of IEEE, IEC and CIGRE standards/guidelines
Understanding of telecommunications architecture and protocols including Modbus, IEC 104 and IEC 61850
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