Power System Engineer

Company Overview

We are a leading energy specialist company, particularly in the UK market, seeking a senior Power System Engineer to lead a team.

Job Summary

The Power System Engineer will be responsible for conducting various grid studies and assessments related to power generation projects. This role is key in ensuring grid code compliance and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to the organization's growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct grid impact and grid code compliance studies for power generation projects.
• Perform power quality assessments and investigations.
• Plan and analyze transmission and distribution networks.
• Manage project finances and resources effectively.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients, while identifying and engaging new clients.

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering or equivalent.

• Essential Skills:

  • Ability to interpret typical substation primary and secondary/control plant design drawings.
  • Experience with network modeling and analysis using DIgSILENT PowerFactory (knowledge of other software such as PSS/DA or ETAP will also be considered).
  • Demonstrated experience in performing grid code compliance studies, grid impact studies, and/or network planning studies.
  • Knowledge of the South African transmission and distribution systems, including the South African Grid Code and current industry developments.

Preferred Skills

• Postgraduate degree (Masters or higher) in engineering.
• Registration (or working towards registration) with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
• Experience in insulation coordination, earthing, protection coordination, or arc flash studies.
• Data analysis skills in Excel, Python, or similar software.
• Scripting skills for automating repetitive analytical tasks.
• Experience as an owner's engineer on energy or other infrastructure projects.

Experience

• A minimum of 6 years of relevant experience in power systems engineering is required.

Environment

• Work will typically be conducted in an office environment in Kochi; specific details regarding remote or hybrid work options are not specified.

Salary

• Salary details are not provided.

Growth Opportunities

• Potential career advancement opportunities within the organization are available; specific details are not provided.

Benefits

• Details regarding offered benefits are not specified.