Power Systems Engineer

Smarttek Global
Edinburgh
2 days ago
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18th February, 2025

Job Summary:
We are seeking aPower Systems Engineerto performdetailed studies and analysesof electrical power networks, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have expertise inload flow analysis, short-circuit studies, protection coordination, transient stability, and arc flash analysis. They will work with utilities, industrial clients, and consulting firms to provide data-driven solutions for power system planning, operation, and expansion.
Key Responsibilities:

  • Conductpower system studies, including:
    • Load flow and voltage stability analysis
    • Short-circuit and fault analysis
    • Protection coordination studies
    • Transient and dynamic stability studies
    • Arc flash hazard analysis
    • Harmonic and power quality assessments
  • Useindustry-standard softwaresuch asETAP, PSS/E, DigSILENT PowerFactory, or PSCADto perform simulations and modelling.
  • Analyse and interpret study results, providingtechnical recommendationsfor system improvement and risk mitigation.
  • Developtechnical reports, presentations, and documentationto support engineering decisions.
  • Supportgrid integration studiesfor renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
  • Assessrelay protection schemesand coordinateprotective device settingsfor transmission and distribution networks.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards such asIEEE, IEC, NERC, FERC, and local grid codes.
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, includingutilities, EPC firms, and regulatory bodies, to optimize system performance.
  • Stay up to date with advancements inpower system modelling, grid modernization, and emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree inElectrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
  • 3+ yearsof experience inpower system analysis, modelling, and studies.
  • Proficiency inpower system software toolssuch asETAP, PSS/E, PSCAD, SKM, or CYME.
  • Strong understanding oftransmission and distribution network operations, relay coordination, and system protection.
  • Familiarity withrenewable energy integration, DER (Distributed Energy Resources), and microgrid studies.
  • Experience witharc flash analysis, harmonic studies, and power quality assessments.
  • Knowledge ofIEEE/IEC standards, NERC/FERC regulations, and utility planning practices.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Professional Engineer (PE) license or equivalent certification.
  • Experience inhigh-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) system studies.
  • Background inmachine learning applications for power system optimization.
  • Project management and client interaction experience.

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