Sales & Technology Lead FACTS

All locations
  • Arnhem, Netherlands
  • United Kingdom, United Kingdom
  • Hamburg, Germany
  • Sweden, Sweden
  • Norway, Norway
Business:
Energy Systems
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
6806
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

FlexGrid-HV is DNV's specialized global venture focused on providing strategic advisory, engineering and assurance services in High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) and Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems (FACTS). These technologies are pivotal for integrating renewable energy, enhancing grid stability, and ensuring efficient long-distance power transmission, essential for achieving a sustainable energy future.

As the world’s leading resource of independent energy experts and technical advisors we help industries and governments to navigate the numerous transitions taking place in the energy industry as it moves from fossil sources to renewable energy. We are committed to realizing the goals of the Paris Agreement and support our customers to transition faster to a deeply decarbonized energy system.

Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

You will join our innovative FlexGrid HV venture, dedicated to scaling up HVDC and FACTS technologies globally. We work with diverse clients—utilities, system operators, developers, investors, government agencies, EPCs, and OEMs—offering services that range from Technical Advisory and Owner’s Engineering to Independent Engineering and Strategic advisory. Your leadership and expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of high-voltage electricity transmission.

What we offer

As our new joiner to our FlexGrid venture, you will collaborate with skilled, passionate colleagues in a dynamic, international setting. Each day brings exciting challenges and opportunities to work with diverse topics, projects and clients. You will have flexibility to shape your role and make a real impact in the team and on our business. Additional benefits on offer:

  • Healthy work/life balance combined with 38 hours work week.
  • Hybrid working model, 3 days office – 2 days home office.
  • Opportunities for personal growth: based on your experience, we will create a plan together with you for your personal development for the next years. We will do this through our 70-20-10 philosophy: 70% learning on the job, 20% coaching and 10% training.
  • You will be given the opportunity to grow into a people leadership or a commercial leading role where you sell, lead and execute projects to help our customers succeed and therefore achieve our mission to promote an equitable energy transition.
DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

Are you passionate about FACTS (and HVDC) technology, the role it plays in advancing the energy transition and about Sales, BD, leading growth globally?

Join us at DNV as Sales & Technology Lead FACTS and play a key part in building our FACTS consultancy business, developing cutting-edge FACTS transmission solutions that enhance affordability, sustainability, and reliability in electricity networks worldwide.

As our Sales & Technology Lead for FACTS you will be responsible for growing DNV’s FACTS consultancy business globally. You will interact closely with our customers, working closely with our Key Account Managers and Regional Business Managers, achieving order intake and revenue. You will also be responsible for FACTS thought leadership, FACTS proposition development and positioning as well as optimizing the competence level and capacity of the FACTS consultants within DNV. You will safeguard the technical quality of our offers as well the delivery of our services, working closely together with our Bid- and Project Managers and the team of FACTS consultants. You will present at conferences and represent DNV towards major technology institutes (e.g. IEEE, IEC, CIGRE). You will report to the Head of FlexGrid HV and be part of the global management team. This role offers flexibility in work location, with a preference for working out of our Arnhem (Netherlands) office, out of one of our UK offices, or alternatively in one of DNV’s alternative office locations in South Africa (Johannesburg) or Europe.

We are looking for a collaborative professional who’s excited to contribute their expertise in FACTS, their market understanding, stakeholder network, business development-, sales and managerial experience and competences. If you’re passionate about sales, business development and delivering innovative solutions, thrive in diverse teams, and enjoy making a real impact, this role is for you.

Additionally, we are looking for:

  • A university degree (preferably a master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field) and have preferably 5 or more years of experience in FACTS business development, sales and projects.
  • You have solid technical knowledge of FACTS integration studies, software tools, and regulatory standards.
  • You’re curious and solution-focused, using your expertise to create innovative ideas and drive opportunities.
  • You thrive in dynamic, diverse, and collaborative international and multi-cultural environments.
  • You’re a clear communicator who excels at simplifying complex concepts, and you’re open to traveling (some 20% of the time) to connect with clients, attend conferences, visit project sites and meet with colleagues.
Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing. 

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.