At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead advanced EMT studies and power system analysis for electric power systems.
- Company: Join a pioneering company at the forefront of energy innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work options, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor junior engineers in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a significant impact on renewable energy integration and grid reliability.
- Qualifications: Strong analytical skills and experience in EMT studies and power systems.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 70000 £ per year.
This is a Technical Leader position for an Engineer to support R&D projects related to EMT Studies & Power System Analysis.
The candidate will be responsible for leading and executing advanced electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies to support the planning, design, integration, and operation of electric power systems.
This role provides technical expertise in transient analysis, inverter-based resource integration, system stability, and grid reliability assessments for transmission networks.
The position requires strong analytical capabilities, advanced modeling expertise, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, utilities, consultants, and regulatory stakeholders.
The candidate will conduct research in complex, high impact technical or scientific fields.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct detailed EMT simulations and studies for transmission systems using industry-standard software tools.
- Develop and validate models for inverter-based resources, renewable energy systems, HVDC systems, FACTS devices, and protection/control systems.
- Perform transient overvoltage analysis
- Perform switching transient analysis
- Perform harmonic and resonance studies
- Perform fault and dynamic system performance evaluations
- Perform grid interconnection assessments
- Analyze system disturbances and provide mitigation recommendations to improve reliability and stability.
- Support renewable integration studies involving solar, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and islanded systems.
- Review and interpret utility interconnection requirements, and applicable industry guidelines.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation for clients and stakeholders.
- Lead technical discussions with utilities, project developers, OEMs, and regulatory agencies.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on EMT modeling and analysis methodologies.
- Support proposal development and business development initiatives as needed.
- Familiarity with generic models of inverters and loads.
- Strong experience conducting EMT studies in utility-scale power systems.
- Strong proficiency with one or more of the following software tools: PSCAD, EMTP, RTDS, PSS®E, and Power Factory.
- Strong understanding of Power system dynamics, Inverter-based resources (IBRs), Protection and controls, Power electronics, Grid code compliance.
- Experience interpreting utility and ISO interconnection requirements.
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Transmission System Analysis & EMT Modeling Technical Leader in Gildersome employer: EPRI
EPRI is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, ideal for those passionate about advancing power systems. Located in a dynamic environment, employees benefit from continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to work on cutting-edge R&D projects that have a real impact on the energy sector. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and technical excellence, EPRI provides a rewarding workplace for individuals looking to make meaningful contributions in the field of advanced power modeling.
