Power System Engineer – Steady-state & RMS Studies

AFRY; Indonesia; On-site; IDR 250,000,000 - 450,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Competitive salary

Career growth

International team

Job summary

AFRY is seeking a Power Systems Engineer for our Asia-Pacific T&D team, based in Jakarta, Indonesia. You will conduct advanced studies for grid connections and transmission planning, supporting projects across Asia-Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia.

We value experience with power system modelling tools, Python scripting, and collaboration with TSOs/utilities. Fluency in English is required; PE certification is an advantage.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of power system modelling and analysis experience.
• Experience with grid connection feasibility studies and transmission planning.
• Familiar with IEC/IEEE grid codes and international standards.
• Experience in utility/TSO environments is a plus.
• Ability to work across Asia-Pacific and beyond.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, dynamic stability) for generation grid connection projects.
• Perform modelling and analysis for grid connection studies across multiple regions.
• Prepare comprehensive study reports for developers and utilities.
• Deliver high-quality outputs within agreed parameters and timelines; review others' work.
• Present technical findings to clients and participate in professional development.
• Collaborate with international teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Power system modelling

DigSILENT PowerFactory

Python scripting

English communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PowerFactory (DigSILENT)

Siemens PSS/E

PSCAD

ETAP

Python

Job description

Company Description

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies

AFRY is one of the largest international power sector consulting and engineering companies with about 18,000 experts working across the world to create sustainable solutions for future generations. In Southeast Asia, we are a leading power sector consulting engineering company executing our regional consultancy and engineering assignments from our power sector consulting offices in Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Hanoi, Singapore, Pune, Noida and Taipei. In total, we have multinational staff of more than 400 working in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) field around the world. In line with our increasing business, we are looking for qualified and experienced candidates for Power Systems Engineer to join our Asian-Pacific T&D team. This role reports to the T&D System Studies Asia Department and is based in our office in Jakarta (Indonesia). This position is open to candidates who already have the legal right to work in Indonesia. Visa sponsorship is not provided.

Job Description

Our T&D Power Systems team assists clients in achieving compliance and efficiency by conducting power systems studies to navigate the design, grid connection and access standards for their energy generation and transmission projects. You will become part of a global, tight-knit team of power systems engineers engaged in diverse projects supporting multiple type of international interconnection and grid connection projects (including solar, wind, hydro, battery energy storage, and HVDC interconnectors). Our team also provides technical assistance to Transmission Grid Operators (TSOs) and utilities, helping the private sector secure crucial grid investments through expert technical support. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your career and play a pivotal role in expanding and shaping our business across Asia for a multinational company, while supporting clients not only in Indonesia, Asia but also in Australia, Europe, and Africa.

Regular working days: Mon-Fri., 8 hours/day, 5 days/week

Responsibility

• Conduct advanced power system studies (steady-state load flow, short-circuit, and dynamic stability analyses) for generation grid connection projects and transmission planning studies (feasibility and design stages). Projects will be primarily across Asia-Pacific, but also in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia.
• Perform power system modelling and analysis for generation grid connection studies, including solar, wind, hydro, thermal and energy storage systems.
• Prepare comprehensive study reports, ranging from connection feasibility studies for energy developers to detailed static and dynamic connection studies for utilities, as well as other power systems studies related to distributed generation integration and grid augmentation.
• Deliver high-quality outputs within agreed parameters, formats, and timelines, and review the work of other employees when necessary.
• Conduct complex assessments, provide specialist advice/solutions and training, conduct technical presentations to internal and external clients.
• Engage in technical developmental activities, including attending conferences and participating in industry presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems or related field).
• Having 2-5 years of relevant working experience in power system modeling and analysis for grid connections and transmission projects. This should include hands-on experience with generation interconnection feasibility studies, transmission planning, and network stability assessments, ideally in a utility/TSO or power engineering consultancy environment.
• Proven knowledge and experience on performing complex transmission power system studies such as: steady state analysis, short circuit analysis, transient stability analysis, generator model validation. Any additional experience on the following fields is beneficial: electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulations, cable design, protection coordination and relay settings studies, harmonic analysis, small signal stability, adequacy studies and probabilistic approaches.
• Demonstrated experience in power system simulation software DigSILENT Power Factory, including automation with Python scripting. Any additional proven capabilities in other power system studies tools such as Siemens PSS/E, PSCAD, ETAP etc. is beneficial.
• Experience working closely with or within transmission utilities/TSOs on interconnection projects or advanced grid studies (e.g. cross-border interconnectors, renewable energy integration, large-scale battery storage projects).
• Having experience and knowledge of the Indonesian or Malaysian Power System background and stakeholders is beneficial.
• Familiar with international and local grid codes and standards (e.g. IEC, IEEE) relevant to transmission planning and grid connection requirements, with a good understanding of both technical connection requirements (e.g. voltage, frequency, fault ride-through, reactive power, and power quality) and operational requirements of the power system and grid operation. Ability to manage tasks effectively under time and resource constraints, delivering results with good quality even under pressure.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving skills and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.
• Strong communication skills in English (written and spoken), as this role involves liaising with international teams and clients.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent credentials in any of the above-mentioned countries is an advantage (but not required).

Additional Information

We offer the following to qualified candidates:

• Contract type : permanent
• Friendly international working environment with a wide variety of interesting and challenging tasks
• Competitive salary package
• Well-balanced working hour
• Career opportunity in one of the largest international consulting and engineering companies
• Possibility to grow professionally and advance in career

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we’re making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we’re making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.