FACTS and HVDC System Studies Specialist
FACTS and HVDC System Studies Specialist
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Job Description
We within our competence and expertise at AFRY are involved in shaping the future of the energy transition. The Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business areas strategy addresses the challenges of a changing power sector upgraded grid infrastructures are instrumental in adopting the future generation mix to guarantee an economic and reliable power supply.
Advanced Power Systems & Solutions is a vibrant team part of the System Studies and HVDC section within T&D Sweden at AFRY. The team has a cross-functional role with a focus on FACTS (Flexible Alternating Current Transmission Systems) HVDC (High-Voltage Direct Current) transmission system Integration of Renewables and other Advanced Power System Applications within Sweden and Internationally. At present the system studies and HVDC section consists teams within seven offices across Sweden.
Integration of renewable energy along with FACTS and HVDC play a vital role in the development of sustainable transmission and distribution systems for now and the future. There is a growing need for advanced FACTS and HVDC systems around the world. Renewable electricity generation and demand continue to grow and the vision of higher penetration of Power Electronic Interfaced Generation will continue beyond 2030. We have the business mind of Making Future.
We develop the system requirements for different utility and industry customers needs and also evaluate contractors and supplier submittals for both tenders and projects. You should be able to develop systems and solutions based on those system and functional requirements. We work together with our customers towards delivering sustainable techno-economic solutions in a timely manner is a core value for the team.
Qualifications :
You are experienced within the power systems analysis field and have MSc or PhD in the field of electrical power systems with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in this field. You are passionate about working with new and leading technologies and have a good knowledge of FACTS and HVDC systems.
You have the knowledge and proven experience in simulation programs and power system tools.
You must demonstrate excellent command in at least two of the following software programs and tools PSCAD PSS/E DIgSILENT / PowerFactory EMTP-RV ETAP MATLAB Simulink RSCAD / RTDS ...etc. Experience in CIM/CGMES is a plus.
Being able to demonstrate a very good understanding of FACTS and/or HVDC systems within some of the following areas brings value to our offering and will be assessed during the application process:
- Dynamic performance optimization of the converter controls (e.g. grid forming and grid following control black-start and network restoration multi-terminal operation).
- Harmonic Impedance Scans
- Subsynchronous Resonance
- Sub-synchronous Torsional Interactions
- Control System Interaction
- Control System Design
- Network models developments benchmarking and validation
- Feasibility Studies and optimal allocation of plants
- Selectivity study of a power system
- Dynamic Performance Studies
- Insulation Coordination Studies
- Power Quality Studies (Harmonic Performance Flicker ...etc)
- System Interaction Studies and Resonance
- AC & DC Network Integration
- RTDS Simulation
To succeed in the role you need your social and analytical skills you are expected to be communicative with a powerful self-drive results oriented and able to work independently in both AFRY premises and also at our customers. This means that you will be given opportunities to travel and commute within Sweden in part but also you can expect to have the opportunity to work with some customers overseas.
We want a colleague that is business oriented and understand the sales and marketing business as part of being a consultant and hence you should be able to develop and drive credible and productive long-term relations with our customers and expand your business network.
Fluent communication in English and good command of Swedish are required for this position. Good knowledge of other languages is a plus.
Additional Information :
In this recruitment process we are handling your applications ongoing.
This means that the position may be filled before the advertising time has expired.
Therefore it is a good idea to submit your application as soon as possible the expiring date is the 20th of September.
If you have questions about the position you are welcome to contact the responsible recruitment partner Maria Hansson or the recruiting manager Mustafa Ibrahim
We are looking forward to your application!
At AFRY we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate innovate technology and embrace challenging points of view. Thats how were making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
