Power System Dynamics Specialist - WAMS

The energy transition is fundamentally changing the way power systems operate. At TenneT, we are strengthening our capabilities in Wide Area Monitoring Systems (WAMS) to ensure a reliable and secure electricity grid for the future. As a Power System Dynamics Specialist, you will play a key role in translating complex system dynamics into practical operational insights for our Control Room, directly contributing to the stability of the Dutch high-voltage grid.

• There is no official closing date for this vacancy. We will close the vacancy once we have found the right candidate, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Applications can only be submitted through the website and cannot be sent by email.
• A cover letter is optional, but we recommend including one, as it gives us a better understanding of your motivation and interest in the role.
• Very good command of English is required. Knowledge of Dutch, or a willingness to learn, is considered an advantage.

Your profile and background

At TenneT, we are looking for professionals who contribute to an effective and future-proof organisation. Therefore, we ask:

• Master's degree in electrical/power system engineering (grid stability/dynamics focus or PhD is a benefit) with good understanding of power systems and/or power electronics.
• Experience with WAMS in a System Operator context and experience with power system dynamics or a comparable monitoring environment. Capability to perform modelling, testing, simulations, etc. is a benefit.
• The ability to interpret complex technical information and translate it into practical actions and recommendations.
• Experience with coding and automation/scripting (e.g., Python), or a background in PMU measurements and related technologies, is a benefit.
• The ability to interpret complex technical information and translate it into practical actions and recommendations.
• You are a responsible and proactive individual with a strong work ethic. Furthermore, you are a curious person who likes technically complex topics and to be intellectually challenged.
• A positive attitude towards working in an international team; connection is key to your success, with good communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

To truly make a difference in this role, you recognize yourself in the following competencies:
Innovation Drive: You cultivate and develop promising ideas through experimentation and new approaches, helping the organisation improve how dynamic stability challenges are addressed.

Managing Complexity: You use multiple perspectives and information sources to analyse complex grid situations, clearly define issues and help others understand and solve challenging problems.

Optimizing Work Processes: You identify process improvements, analyse inefficiencies and contribute to integrating systems and workflows that improve operational quality and service delivery.

Your contribution to TenneT

The electrical power system is in the middle of a transition that is significantly increasing the complexity of system operations. This change is driven by political, regulatory, environmental and technological developments. Therefore, System Operations needs to adapt and develop its operation for the challenges of today and tomorrow. Within System Operations, we are developing novel concepts and processes to ensure TenneT is prepared to operate the future power system with the same level of reliability and security as we do today.

In the team of System Resilience, you contribute directly to these solutions by identifying the needs and taking initiative for necessary developments. You promote innovation and contribute to improvements for system operations in close collaboration with many internal and external, as well as national and international, stakeholders.

The power system is evolving; synchronous generation is increasingly replaced by inverter-based resources (IBRs). This shift leads to amplified and accelerated grid dynamics and an increased need for stability monitoring in system operations to ensure grid security at all times.

Within this role, we expect you to:

• Contribute to innovative solutions for monitoring and analysing grid stability and dynamics for use in TenneT's control room, directly contributing to the security of the Dutch and European power systems.
• Act as a specialist in dynamic grid monitoring based on PMU devices and collaborate with the modelling team on dynamic model validation.
• Contribute to grid resilience developments with advanced functionalities such as inertia and system strength monitoring and the use of wide-area equipment.
• Work closely with several departments on various stability initiatives, including System Operations, Grid Design and Onshore.
• Collaborate with relevant process owners, both within and outside System Operations, to gain a complete understanding of the challenges involved in stable future system operation.
• Participate in (inter)national working groups, such as ENTSO-E and CIGRE.

Our recruiting process

Our offer

Flexibility
We are family friendly and flexible. Flexible working hours without fixed times and home office options allow you to organize your work individually. Our external partners also provide you with support services for various phases of life - for example, in matters relating to household services or care and career.

Payment & more
Attractive remuneration and social benefits. We offer great benefits such as a salary based on our Collective Labor Agreement, an annual bonus and excellent pension scheme.

Wellness Balance & Personal Growth
Health - your basis. Because we think it is important that you are healthy and feel good, we offer all kinds of great extras: we provide various opportunities to work out via our Always Energy program which offers a wide range of opportunities to indulge in sports (organised training for different sports, competitions and events). And you will receive a sports allowance if you are a member of a sports club.

Technology & Innovation
Modern working environment. Modern IT-tools, ergonomic workstations, very well equipped conference rooms and communication solutions that enable cross-location and cross-border collaboration.

This will be our challenge

Operate is responsible for the end-to-end operation of the Dutch electricity grid and ensures security of supply, system stability, and market facilitation in the Netherlands and across Europe. Operate makes sure the lights stay on 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Their goal is to provide our customers tomorrow with the same reliability they enjoy today.

Additional information

TenneT offers you the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable energy future. Together with colleagues, partners and stakeholders, you will work on innovative solutions that enable the energy transition. You will have room to develop your talents and grow within an environment where your development is a priority.

• A permanent contract with a two-month probation period based on 40 hours per week.
• A salary in Scale 9 ranging from €4,816 to €9,472 gross per month, plus 8% holiday allowance, 6% year-end bonus and a 70% pension contribution.
• A solid pension scheme through ABP, with TenneT covering 70% of the premium.
• 43 days of leave per year.
• Hybrid working, including travel, internet and home office allowances.
• Extensive development opportunities through the TenneT Academy.

All employment conditions apply to a full-time position unless stated otherwise. We encourage initiative and provide the freedom to bring forward new ideas. Together, we ensure that the Netherlands remains powered and ready for the energy of tomorrow.

Contact Information
For content-related questions, please contact:
Pim Jacobs
Manager Systems & Markets
[email protected]

For questions about the recruitment process, please contact:
Shannon Martina
People | Corporate Recruiter
06 - 41 86 52 58

Acquisitions related to this vacancy are not welcome.

Salary

4816 € - 9472 €

Diversity

At TenneT, we strive to make our recruitment process as efficient and fair as possible. To support this, we use AI technology as a tool. Our AI solution helps us match applicants based on relevant job titles and skills. It is important to note that no fully automated decisions are ever made; every application is ultimately reviewed by a human recruiter. Our AI does not take personal data such as gender, age, ethnicity, or religion into account, ensuring that applicants are not disadvantaged or discriminated against based on these factors. If you have any questions or objections regarding the use of AI in our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].

TenneT keeps the Netherlands powered. We transport electricity 24/7 across the high-voltage grid, connect customers, and enable the energy transition by expanding the grid and using it more intelligently. Together with our partners, we work towards a reliable, affordable and resilient energy system. This is how we connect the Netherlands to a sustainable future.

Connecting everyone to a brighter energy future.