Lead Engineer - Electrical Engineering -System Studies (m/f/d)

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

We are looking for a Lead System Studies Engineer to join our Systems Engineering Team in Berlin or Dresden. The successful candidate will have proven professional experience and technical expertise in the field of power system engineering.

KEY TECHNICAL AREAS

1. Power System Studies – Steady State

• Load Flow.
• Short Circuit.
• Unit Interaction Factor.
• Multi Infeed Interaction Factor.
• Arc Flash.

Power System Studies – Dynamics RMS

• Transient Stability.
• Fundamental Frequency Temporary Overvoltage.
• Control Interaction.
• RMS modelling of Control System.

2. Harmonic Studies

• Harmonic performance; harmonic stability; harmonic filter design.
• Power Line Carrier Interference studies and filters.
• Harmonic site measurements.

3. Electromagnetic Compatibility Studies

• Radio Frequency Interference and screening.
• Electromagnetic Fields.
• Substation Electromagnetic Zoning.
• EMC compliance and risk assessment of the substation.
• Earthing and bonding.

4. Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Studies

• Transient Overvoltage.
• Transient Recovery Voltage.
• Lightning.
• Other EMT studies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Modelling and performing the studies; deliver study reports.
• Technical responsibility in areas of expertise.
• Provide guidance to peers on areas of expertise.
• Customer facing responsibilities.
• Processes: develop and industrialise solution tools and processes associated with the engineering activities identified above. Design Guides.
• Development: Be actively involved in new developments in HVDC technologies, implementing control and protection solutions and creating / delivering new analysis techniques and system study tools in order to provide optimized system study solutions.
• External activities: Represent the business in external events by publishing technical papers or participating in working groups (CIGRE/IEC/IEEE).
• Adherence to company policies and Code of Conduct.
• Health and Safety: consider Health and Safety preventions, risks, behaviors. Attend EHS training.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Power Systems Engineering degree, MSc and above.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two-three years minimum experience in industrial engineering roles.

REQUIRED SOFTWARE TOOLS

• PSS®E
• DIgSILENT Power Factory
• MATLAB
• PSCAD
• FORTRAN
• PYTHON
• EXCEL

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Able to work to deadlines with high quality, sense of urgency and delivery.
• Technical leadership and mentoring Good technical communication skills.
• Technical reporting and presentation.
• Structured approach to sharing knowledge and experience.
• Self-motivating, proactive and results driven approach.
• Strong problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
• Ability to be a team player and to work independently.
• Right first time culture & attitude.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Working in an international team which is part of global Engineering HVDC Centre of Excellence within Grid Integration based in Dresden or Berlin
• A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
• Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities.