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We are looking for a Power System Design Engineer to join our clients Distribution Network Planning & Connection team (LV - 132kV). In this role, you'll help develop and update strategies, policies, and plans to improve the performance and safety of our SP Distribution/SP Manweb networks. Your focus will be on ensuring reliable service for our customers while reducing system, economic, and environmental risks.
What You'll Do:
- Design and develop complex power projects, including asset modernization and new connections.
- Conduct power system analysis using tools like IPSA or Power Factory to identify constraints and optimize the network.
- Keep their network models up to date for accurate, efficient designs and quotes.
- Help shape long-term investment plans for modernizing and maintaining the network.
- Ensure their plans comply with industry standards (NETS SQSS, Grid Code, Distribution Code, etc.).
- Analyze and evaluate alternative network designs and risk management strategies.
- Support ongoing work like forecasting, regulatory reporting, and flexibility tendering.
- Maintain and improve power system analysis tools, automating processes for faster, more accurate modeling.
- Assist in developing new tools for system modeling, focusing on Net Zero solutions.
- Prepare technical reports and analysis for tasks like Line Loss Factor calculations and EHV distribution charges.
What We're Looking For:
- Power Systems Engineering experience: Ideally with complex studies in load flow, short circuit, transient stability, and power quality.
- Software expertise: Familiarity with IPSA, DIgSILENT, and coding (Python, VBA, SQL).
- Knowledge of network design, asset management, and modernisation techniques.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex projects efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Experience with SCADA systems: Configuration, testing, and maintenance.
- Understanding of SCADA protocols, integration, and cloud technologies like Kubernetes, VMs, and microservices is a plus.
If you have the technical expertise and a passion for innovating energy solutions, we'd love to hear from you!
