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Janek Liger

Résumé

Solution-oriented HVDC professional with a proven track record of driving technical excellence
and cross-functional coordination across the full project lifecycle. Extensive experience in
technical project management, collaborating with EPC contractors and TSOs to deliver high-quality grid solutions. Highly analytical with a focus on technical strategy, pre-acquisition phase, and project execution in international, multicultural environments. Passionate about the energy transition and driving innovation in HVDC technologies

Expériences professionnelles

Hvdc converter lead

RTE Réseau de Transport d'Electricité , Brest

De Novembre 2022 à Aujourd'hui

• Led the employer-side project engineering for HVDC converter stations, covering primary equipment, control & protection and electrical studies.
• Oversaw design reviews, technical decisions, and risk mitigation plans to ensure contractual, technical and schedule compliance.
• Witnessed Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for HVDC primary and control equipment.
• Supported and witnessed HVDC commissioning activities, ensuring readiness for energization and operational handover.
• Contributed to EPC contract management, including technical variations, claims support, and value engineering to optimize cost, risk and delivery timelines.
• Ensured compliance with quality, safety, and grid code requirements throughout project execution.
• Facilitated integration of the new infrastructure into operation and maintenance.

Project:
Celtic Interconnector – A 700 MW HVDC-VSC interconnector between France and Ireland at ±320 kV DC.

Coordinateur technique - liaison à courant continu

RTE Réseau de Transport d'Electricité , La défense cedex

De Avril 2018 à Novembre 2022

• Supported early-stage project development for HVDC interconnector projects.
• Performed technical feasibility assessments, technology comparisons, cost estimation, and project planning inputs.
• Drafted comprehensive HVDC system specifications, including converter station design, electrical studies, control & protection, and maintenance services.
• Authored technical tender documentation, including technical award criteria and EPCI contract clauses relative to performance requirements, testing, taking-over, and long-term service clauses.
• Evaluated suppliers responses to Invitation To Tender (ITT) and Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), ensuring technical compliance and commercial robustness.
• Led technical negotiations with EPC contractors to achieve optimal balance between performance, risk, and cost.
• Provided technical input supporting supplier selection and contract award decisions.

Projects:
• Biscay Gulf – A 2x1000 MW HVDC-VSC interconnector between France and Spain at ±400 kV DC.
• Celtic Interconnector – A 700 MW HVDC-VSC interconnector between France and Ireland at ±320 kV DC.

Project engineer

CORESO , Bruxelles - CDI

De Juin 2014 à Avril 2018

Project lead for the development and implementation of a CWE Flowbased Intraday Capacity Calculation methodology at Coreso.

Lead for the design and delivery of optimisation of grid models for capacity calculation services.

Formation complémentaire

Master of Engineering Science (Management)

University of Queensland

2012 à 2013

Associations

Fanfare Sans Frontières

https://www.facebook.com/FSFrontieres/

Membre Fondateur

Parcours officiels

Ecole Centrale Paris – Ingénieur – 2011

Langues

Allemand - Technique

Anglais - Courant

Compétences

Distribution de l'énergie
Electricité
Electricité industrielle
Production de l'électricité

Centres d'intérêt

  • Musique (Trompette
  • Clarinette
  • Clarinette basse)