Power System Engineer

Description:

Energy Futures Consulting is seeking a technically strong and motivated Power System Engineer to join our engineering team. This role involves power system design, simulation, analysis, and client engagement across utility-scale and industrial renewable energy projects, including solar, wind, battery storage, and microgrids. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing and optimizing electrical networks to improve energy efficiency and reliability.

Key Responsibilities:

🔧 System Design & Engineering
✅ Design and develop electrical system layouts for grid-connected, hybrid, and off-grid systems.
✅ Prepare Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), equipment sizing, interconnection drawings, and protective schemes.
✅ Conduct power system studies using ETAP, including:

• Load flow analysis

• Short-circuit calculations

• Protection coordination

• Arc flash analysis

• Harmonic distortion studies

• Transient and dynamic stability studies

🌬️ Technology Coverage
✅ Work across various renewable energy technologies, including:

• Solar PV (rooftop, ground-mounted, utility-scale)

• Wind energy systems

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)

• Hybrid and microgrid systems

• Energy-efficient industrial networks

📊 Analysis & Optimization
✅ Model and simulate electrical systems using ETAP as the primary platform.
✅ Analyze power quality, grid compliance, reactive power compensation, and energy loss reduction.
✅ Recommend system-level improvements for energy reliability and performance.

📝 Documentation & Deliverables
✅ Prepare and review technical reports, BOQs, feasibility studies, design packages, and system studies.
✅ Support in RFP responses and client presentations.

🤝 Client Coordination & Project Support
✅ Engage with clients (especially from the Commercial & Industrial (C&I) sector) to gather technical requirements and present findings.
✅ Participate in stakeholder discussions, site meetings, and technical walkthroughs.
✅ Assist in project management tasks such as timeline planning, team coordination, and deliverable tracking under the Head of Projects.

📈 Innovation & Learning
✅ Stay updated on international standards (IEC, IEEE), utility interconnection codes, and emerging energy technologies.
✅ Collaborate internally to enhance workflows and digital tools for system modeling and analysis.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

🎓 Education:
✔ Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Power Engineering (Master’s preferred in Power Systems or Clean Energy).

📜 Certifications (Preferred):
✔ ETAP Certified User (Highly Preferred).
✔ Certifications in renewable energy (solar/wind), BESS, or grid interconnection are a plus.

📅 Experience:
✔ 3–6 years of experience in power system design and studies.
✔ Hands-on experience with ETAP for system modeling, analysis, and reporting.
✔ Experience with solar, wind, and storage projects in utility or industrial environments.

💻 Technical Skills:
✔ Strong understanding of:

• Power system protection and design

• Harmonics and transient stability

• Grid interconnection and compliance

• Power quality and reactive power compensation
  ✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
  ✔ Familiarity with HOMER, AutoCAD, or other energy tools is a plus.

🗣 Soft Skills:
✔ Strong communication and presentation skills.
✔ Ability to confidently handle client interactions and technical discussions.
✔ Organized and proactive in project coordination and documentation.

Why Join Us?

🌱 Be part of a mission-driven team working towards net-zero energy solutions.
⚡ Work on cutting-edge renewable energy projects across multiple industries.
📚 Grow your expertise in power system engineering, energy audits, and grid-connected renewables.
🤝 Collaborative, impact-driven work environment.