Technical Director Grid Consulting

Siemens Energy; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth and development

Company paid Health and wellness

Paid Time Off and paid holidays

401K savings plan with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy, Inc. in Orlando, FL invites a Technical Director for Market Application in Grid Consulting to drive innovative power infrastructure solutions and guide customers through new technologies and markets.

This role partners with regulators and industry leaders, analyzes RFI/RFPs, and helps shape strategies while traveling up to 30%. Candidates have 10+ years in energy consulting and a master’s in electrical power engineering.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering with 10+ years in energy consulting or substation projects.
• Expertise in transmission planning and operational studies (100 kV–765 kV), incl. steady-state, dynamic stability, voltage stability, protection coordination.
• Deep understanding of ISO/DSO processes and grid planning with TSOs/DSOs/utilities.
• Proficiency in Power Electronics applications (HVDC, STATCOM, Electrolyzer, BESS) and renewables knowledge.
• Analytical and strategic mindset with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Willing to travel ~30% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Forge partnerships with governmental bodies, regulators, industry leaders to position Siemens Energy as a grid consulting partner.
• Stay current on tech and market trends by attending conferences and meetings.
• Guide customers on benefits/risks of new technologies and markets.
• Develop strategies to navigate challenges and opportunities of new technologies and markets.
• Help customers define study scopes aligned with objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Review RFI/RFPs and drive bid decisions with BD and sales, advising on pricing and contracts.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strategy development

Communication

Negotiation

Travel willingness

Education

Master’s degree in electrical power engineering

Tools

HVDC systems

STATCOM

BESS

Wind

Solar

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Join our team as a Technical Director for Market Application in Grid Consulting to be at the forefront of revolutionizing the power infrastructure, driving innovation, and ensuring sustainable, efficient energy solutions.

At our company, we are a global team of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping our customers navigate the ever-evolving energy landscape and are specialized in providing innovative solutions for complex challenges in the field of energy generation, transmission and storage. Unlike other consulting companies, our OEM domain knowledge allows us to provide our customers with a more comprehensive solution to their grid-related challenges. We can provide insights into the most advanced equipment and technologies available, as well as practical solutions to the challenges our customers face.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Forge strong partnerships with governmental and regulatory bodies, industry leaders, and key stakeholders to establish Siemens Energy as a trusted partner for grid consulting services in the region.

• Stay current with the latest developments in technology and market trends by participating in conferences and association meetings, providing valuable insights into the organization.

• Guide customers in understanding the potential benefits and risks of adopting new technologies and entering new markets, helping them make informed decisions.

• Develop strategies and plans that enable customers to successfully navigate the challenges and opportunities associated with new technologies and markets.

• Assist customers in defining study scopes and concepts that align with their business objectives and regulatory requirements, ensuring technical soundness and economic feasibility.

• Review and analyze customer RFI/RFP documents, driving bid decisions in collaboration with business development and sales teams while enhancing competitiveness through expert advice on pricing strategies and contract negotiations.

What You Bring

• Master’s degree in electrical power engineering or a related field, combined with over 10 years’ experience in the energy sector, showcasing a proven track record of successful consulting or substation projects.

• Advanced knowledge and experience in transmission planning and operational studies (100 kV ~ 765 kV), including power system performance analyses such as steady state analysis, dynamic stability, voltage stability, protection coordination, interaction between assets and control systems.

• A deep understanding of ISO and utilities for new resource application approval processes and grid planning considerations, with relevant experience in collaborating and communicating with TSOs, DSOs, utilities, and developers.

• Proficiency in Power Electronic applications (HVDC, STATCOM, Electrolyzer, BESS etc.), power transmission systems, data centers, grid code compliance, and new resource commercial development, along with knowledge of renewable generation technologies like Wind and Solar.

• An analytical and strategic mindset, eager to explore and implement innovative solutions, complemented by excellent communication and negotiation skills to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.

• Willing to travel approximately 30% domestically and internationally.

Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About the Team

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgears and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With ~100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Find out how you can make a difference at Siemens Energy: https://www.siemens-energy.com/employeevideo

Rewards

• Career growth and development opportunities; supportive work culture

• Company paid Health and wellness benefits

• Paid Time Off and paid holidays

• 401K savings plan with company match

• Family building benefits

• Parental leave

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