Senior Power Systems Engineer – HVDC & Grid Integration

RTE international; Jonage; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

RTE international recherche un Senior Power Systems Engineer – HVDC & Grid Integration à Jonage (69) pour accompagner des projets HVDC et d’intégration réseau, depuis l’étude jusqu’au support à la mise en service.

Le candidat idéal possède 5+ ans d’expérience, une maîtrise des outils EMT (PSCAD, EMTP, RTDS) et une expertise en modélisation des réseaux, contrôle et protections des convertisseurs, et sait conduire des paquets d’études complexes tout en échangeant avec clients et partenaires.

Qualifications

• Expérience confirmée en HVDC/FACTS et intégration réseau.
• Maîtrise des études de réseau et modélisation EMT.
• Capacité à conduire des paquets d’études et à présenter les résultats.

Responsibilities

• Agir comme référent technique HVDC et grid integration sur les projets.
• Diriger des packages d’études, définir l’approche technique et les hypothèses.
• Réaliser et passer en revue des études avancées (EMT, harmonic, stabilité).
• Contribuer à la position de l’entreprise et encadrer des ingénieurs.

Skills

HVDC/FACTS

Power modelling

EMT tools

Control & protection

Grid studies

Project leadership

Client engagement

Education

Master’s degree in related field

PhD (preferred)

Tools

PSCAD

EMTP

RTDS

Job description

# Senior Power Systems Engineer – HVDC & Grid Integration* Jonage, 69330* CDI* 09/09/2026## Description**RTE international est une société de conseil et d’ingénierie couvrant l’ensemble des métiers du transport d’électricité. RTE international est au service de ses clients partout dans le monde pour les aider à développer des systèmes électriques fiables, compétitifs et qui relèvent les défis de la transition énergétique.****Filiale de RTE, le plus grand gestionnaire de réseau de transport d’électricité en Europe, RTE international offre aux acteurs du secteur du système électrique des solutions sur mesure dans le développement, l’exploitation et la maintenance des réseaux.****Depuis sa création en 2006, les experts de RTE international s’appuyant sur le savoir-faire et les compétences développés depuis plus de 70 ans au sein de RTE ont réalisé plus de 300 projets dans plus de 50 pays sur tous les continents. RTE international emploie 70 salariés et près d’une centaine d’experts par an.**Les avantages :- RTT - Tickets restaurants - Mutuelle - Intéressement - Chèques cadeaux - Téléphone - 50% Transports## Missions**Tasks & Responsibilities*** Act as technical reference on HVDC, FACTS and grid integration projects, from feasibility studies through to commissioning support.* Lead study packages: define the technical approach, the modelling assumptions and the validation strategy.* Perform and review advanced power system studies (EMT, harmonic, dynamic stability, control interaction) for HVDC and FACTS applications.* Review and challenge vendor models, control designs and functional specifications, and contribute to the specification of HVDC/FACTS equipment.* Drive technical discussions with clients, TSOs, partners and vendors, ensuring high-quality engineering outcomes.* Mentor engineers, review their work and contribute to the development of team know-how and methodologies.* Provide technical input to proposals and tenders, and support the positioning of the company in the HVDC market.**Activities*** Model transmission grids and simulate complex electrical phenomena using electromagnetic transient (EMT) and real-time simulation tools.* Analyse the dynamic behaviour of AC/DC converters, including interaction with control and protection systems.* Provide strategic technical advice on HVDC integration challenges, including interoperability and interaction phenomena in multi-vendor and multi-terminal schemes.* Lead or contribute to real-time simulation and factory acceptance test campaigns using control replica systems.* Represent the company at industry events, conferences, working groups and client workshops to strengthen market visibility.* Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams (engineering, commercial) to secure technical quality and client satisfaction.**Conditions of employment*** Position based at our specialized engineering centre in Lyon/Jonage (69), France.* International travel required for client meetings, project execution and test campaigns.* Hybrid between technical leadership on projects and client-facing / business development support.* Competitive compensation package reflecting seniority and expertise## Profile**Experience and know-how:*** 5+ years of professional experience in the power systems industry, with a strong focus on HVDC, FACTS or other power-electronic based transmission technologies.* Proven expertise in power system modelling and simulation, particularly using EMT tools (e.g. PSCAD, EMTP, RTDS).* Solid understanding of converter control and protection strategies, interaction phenomena and system integration challenges.* Experience conducting and reviewing network studies (harmonic, transient stability, EMT) for grid connection of HVDC/FACTS or large renewable plants.* Demonstrated ability to lead a study package, set the assumptions and defend the results in front of clients and third-party reviewers.* Familiarity with project management principles and the execution of complex, multi-stakeholder power infrastructure projects.* Ability to engage confidently with clients, vendors and partners, bridging technical depth with clear communication.* Knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements and grid codes relevant to HVDC and renewable integration.* (Preferred) Track record in mentoring engineers or leading small technical teams, showing readiness to grow into a lead role.* (Preferred) Exposure to business development activities such as preparing proposals, supporting tenders, or representing the company in client meetings.**Qualifications:*** Postgraduate studies or Masters (MSc - Master of Science)* Doctorate (PhD - Doctor of Philosophy) in a related field appreciated, but not required.**Linguistic competences:*** English: fluent (mandatory)* French: fluent (optional)* Other languages desirable**Ambitions or Motivations:*** Become a recognised technical reference in HVDC and grid integration, within the RTEi Group and in the wider industry.* Play a key role in driving the growth and international positioning of the RTEi Group in the HVDC and grid integration domain.* Demonstrate initiative, autonomy and ownership, contributing both technically and strategically to projects.* Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and partners, strengthening long-term relationships and collaborations.