Power Systems Consultant

Power Systems Consultant About the Role Location Australia New South Wales Sydney Company Siemens Energy Pty. Ltd. Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Digital Grid Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional A Snapshot of Your DayAre you an expert in the energy industry looking for your next challenge? We have a great opportunity for you to join our team as a Power Transmission & Systems Consultant!As a Power Transmission & Systems Consultant, you play a critical role in driving the energy transition and in creating a more sustainable future. As part of a distributed team of motivated and passionate individuals, you use your technical background to coordinate technical studies related power transmission, and work closely with our customers to develop customized solutions that improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact. You will guide them in selecting optimal solutions, that meet their specific needs, and be integral part of project with real impact on the world.How You'll Make an ImpactAs a Power Systems Consultant you are•Leading consulting engagements through completion, aligning team members from different technical backgrounds within a multi-cultural environment•Overseeing the execution of analyses of power systems, engagements for transmission and industrial network planning, and grid interconnection studies of large generation, storage and load resources.•Engaging with clients to work towards successful grid connection requests, highlighting potential risks and commercial implications.•Supporting the integration of power electronic devices, renewable generation, storage devices, HVDCs, etc. into AC grids (from conceptual studies to project execution).•Supporting the analyses of high frequency phenomena like harmonic distortion, transient overvoltage, TRV, missing zero-crossings, or inrush currents•Presenting to new customers, showcasing our portfolio of offerings.What You Bring •Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field (Master's or degree preferred)•5 - 8 years of experience in conducting power system analysis in steady and transient states•Expert knowledge in transmission planning and operating studies (100 kV ~ 765 kV), power system performance analyses including load flow, dynamic stability, voltage stability, protection coordination, short-circuit and transfer limits.•Deep understanding of grid connection procedures and grid codes, and particularly the modelling and study work involved. Relevant experience working and communicating with independent / transmission system operators (ISO / TSO), utilities, and developers.•Advanced skills in HVDC and FACTS applications, power transmission systems, industrial power supply concepts, power electronics and renewable generation.•Experience in power system simulation programs ( PSS/E, TARA, PSLF, DigSilent PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD/EMTDC, MATLAB/Simulink).•Hands-on expertise in programming tools such as Python, FORTRAN, MATLAB, etc.•Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.•Flexibility to travel as needed, up to 40%.