Senior Power Systems Engineer

Harry James Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Power Systems Engineer, where your expertise in dynamic modeling and inverter-based resources will drive innovation in battery energy storage systems. You'll be an integral part of a dedicated team focused on advancing software capabilities and supporting new product development. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely while contributing to significant projects in the power systems and data science domain. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and eager to make an impact in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in power systems or electrical engineering required.
• 3-8 years of relevant experience in power systems engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize dynamic models for battery energy storage systems.
• Collaborate with software and hardware teams for detailed modeling.

Skills

Modeling inverter-based resources

Dynamic modeling of BESS

Software tools (DIgSILENT, PSCAD)

Programming (Python, Fortran)

Grid code analysis

Electrical engineering principles

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in power systems engineering

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT

PSCAD

Job description

The Harry James Group is working in partnership with a globally recognised, smart technologies company who is currently expanding due to market demand. We are looking for aSenior Power Systems Engineer to join our clients software team. The preferredlocation for this position is in the United Kingdom on a remote basis.

Your Role:

The Senior Power Systems Engineer will play a key role in advancing the electrical and power systems modeling tools. As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you will be responsible for dynamic modeling of inverter-based resources, with a primary focus on battery energy storage systems (BESS) in software tools like DIgSILENT. Your expertise will be instrumental in grid code analysis and stability assessments of utility-scale standalone BESS as well as hybrid BESS power plants integrated with solar PV systems. This position is an integral part of our Power Systems and Data Science team within a Research and Development capacity, contributing to the evolution of our software capabilities and supporting new product development for automated power system optimization.

Responsibilities:

– Develop, implement, and optimize dynamic models for battery energy storage systems

– Translate data models and algorithms into functional software, conducting rigorous simulation tests to evaluate model performance

– Collaborate closely with our software solutions team and hardware testing team to leverage data for detailed battery system modeling

– Enhance internal models and tools to expedite product development

– Create comprehensive documentation outlining algorithm and model improvements, with clear justifications for new methodologies

– Interpret specifications and electrical drawings for large energy project sites that include thermal generation, renewable generation (PV or Wind), and energy storage

– Flexibility to support tasks outside the defined job description as needed, adapting to a dynamic work environment

Qualifications/Requirements:

– Master’s or Ph.D. degree in power systems engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field

– 3-8 years of relevant experience

– Strong foundational knowledge of electrical engineering principles

– Proven experience in modeling inverter-based resources

– Proficiency with software tools such as PSCAD and DIgSILENT

– Self-motivated and capable of independent work

Desired Characteristics:

– Familiarity with code-based modeling using PSCAD, PSS/E, and DIgSILENT software

– Proficiency in programming languages, particularly Python and Fortran

– Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to task completion

– Effective communication skills to collaborate within the team and seek assistance when necessary