Senior Engineer Network Planning Power - Transmission

Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct transmission network planning studies including load flow, short circuit, contingency, transient stability, and power quality analysis using industry-standard software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Develop short-term, medium-term, and long-term transmission system expansion plans in compliance with grid codes, regulatory standards, and reliability requirements.
• Perform grid interconnection and feasibility studies for generation projects, renewable energy plants, battery energy storage systems (BESS), HVDC systems, and large customer connections.
• Evaluate network performance, system adequacy, and transmission constraints, and recommend reinforcement plans and remedial actions to ensure secure and reliable grid operation.
• Review and validate RMS and EMT simulation models for renewable energy projects and ensure compliance with grid connection and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct dynamic model acceptance testing (DMAT), benchmarking studies, and grid compliance assessments in accordance with transmission regulatory frameworks and utility standards.
• Assess system strength, reactive power capability, voltage stability, frequency response, and fault ride-through performance for transmission-connected projects.
• Coordinate with internal departments, consultants, OEMs, developers, and regulatory authorities on technical matters related to network planning and grid integration studies.
• Prepare technical reports, planning recommendations, engineering studies, and presentation materials for management review and regulatory submissions.
• Support the development and maintenance of transmission planning databases, simulation models, and system study methodologies.
• Participate in the evaluation and planning of advanced transmission technologies including FACTS devices, STATCOMs, HVDC systems, and renewable integration solutions.
• Contribute to annual system adequacy assessments and long-term strategic planning initiatives to support future network growth and reliability.
• Ensure all planning studies and engineering activities comply with applicable transmission codes, international standards, and company policies.
• Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge-sharing initiatives related to transmission planning, power system analysis, and grid integration studies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) or a related field
• Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering, Energy Systems, or relevant professional certification is preferred
• Strong knowledge of transmission systems, grid codes, power system performance analysis, and network planning methodologies
• Proficiency in power system analysis and simulation software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, or PowerWorld
• Experience in renewable energy integration, BESS, HVDC, and transmission expansion planning is preferred
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Strong understanding of power network systems, performance analysis, and optimization techniques.

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