Principal Power System Engineer Lead, Grid Study Team

Fluence is seeking a Principal Power System Engineer Lead for the Grid Study Team in Bengaluru, India. The role involves coordinating grid connection projects, managing technical activities, and ensuring compliance with grid codes. Candidates should have a Master's in electrical engineering, extensive experience in power systems, and proficiency in simulation tools. Strong project management and communication skills are essential. This is a full-time position based on-site.
Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status. As the Principal Power System Engineer Lead for the Grid Study Team at Fluence, you will:Work with stakeholders (internal, customer, consultant, regulatory etc.) to ensure grid connections are achieved end-to-end in a timely manner, including attending meetings and providing progress reports.Coordinate and manage technical activities within the team, estimate and allocate resources accurately to meet deadlines. Review and approve study results/reports carried out by team members. Define accurately the scope of simulation grid integration studies. Transfer grid code requirements to simulation cases for grid code compliance assessment. Support grid modelling studies performed by third parties for BESS system grid connections, including model troubleshooting and technical support. Undertake preliminary modelling and assessments for connection requirements in Asia-Pacific (e.g. AEMO) and provision of project-specific documents (such as performance curves, datasheets, RUGs etc.) when required.Leverage expertise regarding the interaction between the BESS power converter systems (PCS) and the utility/grid under a broad range of system events and operating conditions.Assist technical teams in maintaining and updating proprietary PPC and OEM dynamic models.Conduct feasibility and locational studies utilizing dynamic and grid models to identify and evaluate opportunities.Help shape future grid controls through model-based development of Fluence’s power plant controller and demonstrate functional & dynamic performance to meet plant-level requirements.Support modelling requirements and activities in the Asia-Pacific region.What will our ideal candidate bring to Fluence?Ability to build and manage a team.Ability to manage consultants and designers in sales, design, and construction/commissioning phases across multiple projects - tier one companies valued.Experience in review of grid connection compliance design.Master's Degree in electrical engineering with emphasis on power systems or renewable energy systems and/or 7 -10 years of work experience.Proficient in power system analysis and control simulation tools (e.g., PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSCAD/EMTDC, MATLAB® Simulink®, PSLF) including automating using python scripting.Knowledge of utility grid interconnection standards, such as UL/IEEE standards, North American ISO/RTO requirements, European grid codes, AEMO (Australia).Experience & ability to work In a high pressure environment.Demonstrable track record of managing multiple projects concurrently and delivering on tight deadlines.NEM Australia grid connection experience, especially BESS GPS and Registration experience is a plus.Strong interpersonal, communication and project management skills.