Power Systems Engineer, Marine

A Snapshot of Your Day

The Grid Analysis and Planning (GAP) group is seeking a HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) Engineer Subject Matter Expert with an interest in Power Systems to work in GAP. This person can be based remotely.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Serve as subject matter expert on a variety of generation and transmission types including renewable energy, HVDC and FACTs (Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems)
• Perform and/or review electrical studies including power flow, short circuit, transient and dynamic, related to HVDC and HVAC and others using electrical design software such as PSCAD, PSSE, PSLF, etc.
• Support the design of various power generation and transmission systems
• Prepare presentations and reports; Write technical papers and present at conferences to demonstrate expertise in the field and engage clients
• Support the business development efforts, including fostering relationships with existing clients, identifying market areas and pitching clients
• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary team environment

What You Bring

• Electrical Engineering or related degree with interest in power systems. (Master’s or PhD is a plus)
• 7 or more years of relevant experience
• Technical experience with HVDC and FACTS, generators, transmission lines, or related
• Academic or work experience with PSCAD, RTDS, PSSE, PSLF, or related software programs. Proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, power system simulation software, and Microsoft Office products.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of operations, maintenance and switching requirements for electrical systems.
• Shows critical and creative thinking and problem solving, brings forward solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges, adapts, influences, and embraces change, and collaborates with global engineering teams and industry professionals.

About The Team

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.