FACTS System Design Consultant - FlexGrid HV

RWE Renewables, Americas; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Senior FACTS System Design Consultant, where you will develop innovative FACTS transmission solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients and contribute to shaping the future of high-voltage electricity transmission while enjoying a healthy work-life balance and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Healthy work/life balance

Hybrid working model

Opportunities for personal growth

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in FACTS projects.
• Technical knowledge of FACTS integration studies and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and feasibility studies for FACTS and AC systems.
• Lead simulations and system studies for FACTS systems.
• Develop strategies for FACTS projects focusing on GFM control.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

DigSilent/Power factory

Job description

Overview

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

Are you passionate about FACTS technology and the role it plays in advancing the energy transition? Join us at DNV as a Senior FACTS System Design Consultant and play a key part in developing cutting-edge FACTS transmission solutions that enhance affordability, sustainability, and reliability in electricity networks worldwide.

Why DNV?

You will join our innovative global FlexGrid HV venture, dedicated to scaling up HVDC and FACTS technologies. We work with diverse clients—utilities, system operators, developers, investors, government agencies, EPCs, and OEMs—offering services that range from Technical Advisory and Owner’s Engineering to Independent Engineering. Your expertise will directly contribute to shaping the future of high-voltage electricity transmission.

What you will do:

• Design and Feasibility Studies: Create conceptual designs for FACTS and AC systems, conduct feasibility studies, and assess CAPEX, OPEX, losses, availability and constructability to meet customers’ unique transmission needs. The focus will be on the new Grid Forming STATCOM technology as well as STATCOM with energy storage.
• System and Equipment Design: Perform, develop and review electrical system studies, equipment design specs, and general arrangements for FACTS systems and substations.
• System Studies and Modelling: Lead or review simulations and system studies, including dynamic modelling and stability analysis for FACTS systems.
• Control and Protection Strategies: Develop and review strategies for FACTS projects, focusing on GFM control, fault management, and grid code compliance.
• Technical Negotiations and Testing: Prepare specifications, support tender processes, and witness commissioning tests (FAT/SAT), ensuring solutions meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• Reporting and Commercial Offers: Deliver clear, high-quality reports and proposals to customers.

Besides projects, you will also collaborate on developing our service portfolio, monitor market trends, and contribute to annual planning. You will represent DNV at conferences, publish thought leadership, and engage in standardization initiatives (e.g., IEEE, IEC, CIGRE). You will build lasting relationships through business development with new and existing customers, including FACTS OEMs. Finally, you will coach and mentor junior consultants, guiding their technical career growth.

What we offer

As our new joiner to our FlexGrid venture, you will collaborate with skilled, passionate colleagues in a dynamic, international setting. Each day brings exciting challenges and opportunities to work with diverse topics, projects and clients. You will have the flexibility to shape your role and make a real impact on the team and our business. Additional benefits on offer:

• Healthy work/life balance combined with 37.5 hours work week.
• Hybrid working model, 4 days office – 1 day home office.
• Opportunities for personal growth: based on your experience, we will create a plan together with you for your personal development for the next years. We will do this through our 70-20-10 philosophy: 70% learning on the job, 20% coaching and 10% training.
• You will be allowed to grow into a people leadership or a commercial leading role where you sell, lead and execute projects to help our customers succeed and therefore achieve our mission to promote an equitable energy transition.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture, and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

We are looking for a collaborative professional who’s excited to contribute their expertise in FACTS system design. If you’re passionate about delivering innovative solutions, thrive in diverse teams, and enjoy making a real impact, this role is for you.

Additionally, we are looking for:

• A university degree (preferably a master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related field) and preferably 7 or more years of experience in FACTS projects, including the different project development phases. (Note if you do not have the required years of experience, you are still encouraged to apply)
• You have solid technical knowledge of FACTS integration studies, software tools, and regulatory standards (e.g., IEC, CIGRE, IEEE).
• You’re curious and solution-focused, using your expertise to create innovative ideas and drive opportunities.
• You thrive in dynamic, diverse, and collaborative environments.
• You’re a clear communicator who excels at simplifying complex concepts, and you’re open to travelling (up to 20%) to connect with clients, attend conferences, and visit project sites.

If you have experience with the following topics, that would be seen as beneficial:

• Familiarity with GFM STATCOM systems, and FACTS equipment procurement processes and strategies.
• Experience using industrial simulation tools (e.g., PSSE, PSCAD, DigSilent/Power factory).