Senior Grid Studies Engineer (80-100%) Job Details | Swissgrid

Electricity moves our lives. And we move electricity. Every day, we commit ourselves to grid-side security of supply in Switzerland. On behalf of Switzerland and in cooperation with international partners, our employees ensure a high-performance and reliable electricity grid.

For our Grid Development and Studies team - responsible for the grid models and analyses for the long-term planning of the transmission grid - we are looking for reinforcement at the earliest possible date. Do you want to make an important contribution with us to the secure electricity supply in Switzerland? Then we look forward to your application as

Senior Grid Studies Engineer (80-100%) - 1644

Ensure electricity in Switzerland ####

In this varied and demanding position, you are responsible for the creation of models and the execution of studies for the long-term development of the transmission grid, with a focus on voltage control analyses, system stability, and the integration of new technologies. In doing so, you will particularly undertake the following tasks:

• Modeling of the various components of the electrical energy system for dynamic analyses, including conventional equipment as well as power electronics-based systems
• Maintenance and further development of the grid models used for planning and stability studies
• Execution of grid studies (load flow, short-circuit, RMS, and EMT simulations) with a focus on voltage control and dynamic stability analyses
• Definition and verification of technical requirements to be met by connection users in the areas of system stability, voltage control, and voltage quality
• Analysis of the dynamic behavior of the electrical energy system as well as assessment of the impact of new plants and technologies on the transmission grid
• Collaboration in projects together with grid operators, generators, as well as national and international partners
• Support and technical review of studies carried out by external partners
• Development of tools and automation scripts for conducting stability studies
• Representation of Swissgrid in national and international working groups in your field of expertise

This is how you make a difference ####

We are looking for an independent, organized person with an analytical and networked way of thinking and good presentation skills. Furthermore, you bring the following profile:

• Master's degree in the field of electrical engineering, with a focus on power grids, or a comparable education
• In-depth knowledge of the methods and systems of static and dynamic voltage control
• Excellent knowledge in the field of calculation of power grids and voltage control, particularly in the areas of load flow, short-circuit, and dynamic analyses
• Knowledge of the electricity market and market models
• Experience in handling grid simulation tools such as PSS/E, Neplan, and EMTP
• At least five years of experience in the field of grid studies within the energy industry
• Knowledge of script programming (e.g., with Python and MATLAB)
• Very good German or French skills (at least one of the two languages) and good English skills

This is how we inspire you ####

We offer versatile and exciting tasks in a company unique to Switzerland and a modern working environment in a motivated team. Furthermore, you can expect the following benefits:

• Flexible working hours (42 hours per week) with the possibility of home office
• 25-30 working days of vacation as well as company holidays between Christmas and New Year
• Progressive social benefits and an attractive pension fund
• Opportunities for professional development
• Financial and/or temporal support for internal or external further training
• Competitive salary and recognition of good performance

About us

The Grid Development and Studies team with eight employees is responsible for studies on grid development. We work together with Swiss distribution and power plant operators as well as foreign TSOs. We are responsible for the administration of the grid models and the analyses for long-term planning. In doing so, we review grid connection requests for the transmission grid and conduct the necessary studies to analyze the stability and dynamic behavior of the system, taking into account the planned projects.

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Your contact person ##

Charlotte De Keersmaecker
Talent Acquisition

If interested, Charlotte De Keersmaecker looks forward to receiving your complete application documents. Please apply online via our career portal. Applications by e-mail cannot be considered.

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