Power System Expert

Elia Grid International (EGI); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Elia Grid International (EGI) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, seeks experienced professionals to reinforce the Power System Operations and Security team, focusing on RES integration and market efficiency.

Join a global engineering consultancy offering diverse international projects; 20% travel internationally is required. Fluency in English is mandatory; knowledge of Arabic, German, Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics.
• 2-10 years of experience in Power System Operations and Security.
• Knowledge of PowerFactory, PSSE.
• Fluent in English.
• Knowledge of Arabic, German, Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and define operational principles; model definition and validation.
• Steady‑state (load flow, short circuit calculations) and dynamic stability analyses.

Skills

Power system operations

Data interpretation

English proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics

Tools

PowerFactory

PSSE

Job description

Who we are

Elia Grid International (EGI) is a global engineering consultancy company, part of Elia Group (Belgium) and 50Hertz (Germany), specialising in complex power system challenges. Our goal is to provide high-quality solutions for the challenges of the energy transition. Our multidisciplinary team of experts offer strategic, technical, and regulatory advice in all fields related to power transmission, as well as a range of specialist solutions to a diverse and international client base in the power sector.

Elia Grid International has offices in Belgium, Germany, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), Malaysia, Canada and the US.

Your function

EGI wishes to reinforce its team working on Power System Operations and Security in the context of deep integration of renewable energy sources, Energy and Balancing Market Integration. To achieve this, we are looking for experienced professionals with expertise in the field of transmission system operation. These experts will take part in local and international projects focusing on RES integration, security of supply, sustainability and economic efficiency of Power Systems.

Typical activities involved

• Analysis and definition of operational principles;
• Model definition and validation;
• Steady‑state (load flow, short circuit calculations etc);
• Dynamic stability analysis (frequency, voltage stability..);
• Grid Code requirement and connection compliance studies.

Your responsibilities

Your responsibilities will be determined by your competencies and expertise and will be discussed during your interviews with managers.

Your profile

• Master's degree in Engineering or Applied Mathematics/Physics;
• 2-10 years of experience in Power System Operations and Security (balancing and RES system integration, system operation and state‑of‑the‑art technological solutions);
• Knowledge of power system simulation tools (PowerFactory, PSSE);
• Expertise in translating complex data into key strategic insights and valuable actions;
• Fluent in English;
• Knowledge of Arabic, German, Dutch and/or French is a strong asset.

What we offer

• Permanent contract or freelance position;
• Attractive salary package and an extensive array of fringe benefits;
• Exciting, professional and international environment in a fast‑growing company;
• Unique training, personal development and growth opportunities.

Location

Riyadh – Mobility required: 20% worldwide (willingness to travel abroad for international assignments, depending on the business development or project needs).

Additional information

At EGI, we value diversity and inclusion. We are firmly committed to promoting gender equality in all aspects of our organisation, from recruitment to professional development. We believe that diverse teams are more creative, innovative, and high‑performing. Join us to contribute to an environment where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and fulfilment.

Choose EGI and help us guide the worldwide power sector into a future of clean and sustainable energy, smarter and more flexible grids, decentralised production and HVDC systems that span across seas and land to interconnect countries, regions, and different energy markets for the benefit of generations to come.