Power Systems Engineer

WSP in the Middle East; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UAE seeks an experienced Engineer for Power System Studies. The role includes performing power system analysis, conducting feasibility studies, and leading project execution. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in transmission and distribution projects, a relevant degree, and excellent English communication skills. Join a global team dedicated to positive community impacts.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience providing technical leadership on projects.
• Proficient in power system study software.
• Experience in power system studies for transmission and distribution projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system analysis for transmission and distribution projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies, masterplans, and dispatch studies.
• Lead project execution and contribute to new business acquisition.

Skills

Power system analysis

Technical leadership

Client relations

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT

PSS/E

PLEXOS

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

WSP is seeking an Engineer - Power System Studies with over 10 years of experience providing technical leadership on projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and budget adherence. The role involves acting as the primary technical contact for clients in the Middle East and participating in business development activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system analysis for transmission and distribution projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies, masterplans, dispatch studies, renewable integration, and grid code reviews.
• Prepare renewable generation connection schemes, optimizing techno-economic aspects.
• Perform load flow studies, fault level calculations, harmonic, voltage stability, and transient stability analyses using DIgSILENT, PSS/E, PLEXOS, ETAP, PSCAD.
• Review technical submittals related to power system studies from EPC contractors and developers.
• Ensure compliance with Transmission Codes and international standards.
• Review power system models developed by EPC contractors.
• Attend meetings, address technical clarifications, and participate in FAT & SAT visits to verify grid compliance, utilizing RTDS or similar tools.
• Review updated models post-FAT/SAT to confirm grid compliance.
• Conduct various studies including reactive power, grid impact, stability, insulation coordination, harmonics, relay settings, and sub-synchronous resonance.
• Maintain strong knowledge of power system modeling, report preparation, and interactions with grid operators, especially within the ME region.
• Lead project execution and contribute to new business acquisition.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering.
• Proficiency with power system study software.
• Willingness to contribute to bids and proposals.
• Availability to travel internationally for client interactions.
• Experience in power system studies for transmission and distribution projects.
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to foster client relations and coordinate across disciplines.

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