Power System Engineer

Job Description Summary

The System Studies and Network Solutions role is undertaking actions for the support of ACS-COE, FACTS & HVDC Grid Solutions. Focus on Engineering and give technical support during tendering process & Detail design process.

The candidate shall execute individually or with association of Team, where applicable, in order to meet assigned objectives and performing Power system & Network analysis Studies. In this role, Candidate will work within defined parameters & processes to make decisions, apply concepts for challenges of moderate complexity, and provide solutions through immediate action or short-term planning.

The current role is expected to deliver Power system studies with available modelling tools e.g. Digsilent, PSCAD, EMTP etc during ITO (Tender) & OTR for AC Grid, FACTS & HVDC projects. Strong fundamental competency on system studies e.g. Insulation-Coordination studies, Steady state Analysis, Dynamic Analysis, Harmonic Analysis, Relay Coordination, Motor Starting Analysis are desired.

Job Description

The present role will focus on identified actions, such as:

1. Preparing and reviewing complex reports, proposals and presentations to clients in the following areas:

• HV Power systems analysis - Load flow, fault levels, dynamic performance, transient analysis, harmonics assessments, induction studies, insulation coordination studies;
• Protection Relay coordination study;

2. Power systems & Network studies includes, but not limited to, the following,

• Grid connection study for Renewable generation includes Solar Farms, Offshore Wind Farms, Hybrid system on Power factory (DIGSILENT) which mainly includes Reactive Power Compensation, Harmonic, Flicker, Dynamic studies, and other relevant studies as per the Grid Code of different country.
• Insulation Coordination studies including, but not limited to, Electromagnetic Transient studies e.g. Lightning & Switching studies, temporary high voltage studies, Very fast transient studies, TRV & RRRV studies etc on PSCAD,
• Performing Reliability & Availability studies (RAM studies), system modelling on study tool e.g. Reliasoft and Report preparation
• Load Flow Analysis, Short Circuit Analysis & Relay coordination study (HV/MV/LV breaker settings), Arc flash analysis, Power factor correction study on ETAP, MV & LV Cable sizing etc.
• Experience and conceptual understanding of FACTs, HVDC and filter design.
• In charge to develop design template based on international standard (IEC, IEEE, Cigre), with supporting documents including training material.
• Responsible for collecting & arranging input for said studies.

3. The candidate will be responsible for action plan elaboration, coordination with GE Grid solution or other teams (worldwide), and customer (Sales, Marketing) on the dedicated part of said tasks and their execution, if required, troubleshooting analysis to manage as technical expert etc. as defined on business needs.

4. Govern technical reviews and quality assurance activities for projects, documentation, processes, and practices.

5. Use technical knowledge to identify and realise new client opportunities and to provide technical input during bidding process.

6. Provide technical expertise and overview to client and stakeholders and to assist clients through technical decision-making and provide alternative options/solutions if there are changes to project parameters.

On-going projects:

• Undertake the Network analysis actions by use of simulation software in the domain of Power System Analysis for ACS, FACTS & HVDC Projects.
• Undertake project feasibility and integration studies for renewable & hybrid projects, Grid compliance actions.
• Development of method / template / training to adapt GE Grid Solutions Engineering to new market, new standard and competitiveness benefit. The Scope is ITO and OTR.
• Undertake grid power quality improvement projects' analysis and component definitions for transmission and industrial applications.

Customer Technical interfaces relationship:

• Acting as a point of contact for GE Grid Solutions for the Customer and the Customer's Contractors having an interface with GE Grid Solutions
• Analyse customer technical requirements at project launching in collaboration with each discipline to identify scope limits and gaps
• Track and Manage customer comments, Technical queries in matter of interface during project execution and launch appropriate actions to have clear and agreed interfaces.
• Manage the adequate interfaces agenda content for the Customer Design liaison meeting
• Coordinate Customer technical interface request or comments with the Participant

Desirable Experience & Know-How

Relevant experience in Power System Studies specifically on:

• Grid connection study with detail modelling on Power factory (DIGSILIENT) which mainly includes Reactive Power Compensation, Harmonic, Flicker, Dynamic studies, etc. Understanding of Dynamic controller and its modelling;
• Insulation Coordination studies with detailed modelling on PSCAD for Lightning & Switching studies, Very fast transient studies, TRV & RRRV studies etc.
• Understanding and preparing model for Reliability & Availability studies (RAM studies), system modelling on study tool e.g. ReliaSoft and Report preparation
• Detail modelling for Relay coordination study (HV/MV/LV breaker settings), Arc flash analysis, Power factor correction study on ETAP.
• Candidate must have understanding of Single line diagrams, Electrical Layout arrangements, and basic primary engineering.
• An understanding and preferably hands on experience on Solar Inverters, solar Power plants, HVDC System, FACTS devices, Wind Turbine, on shore or off shore Wind Powerplant.
• Understanding of Grid code, standards, and State Grid requirement for System harmonics, Power quality, reactive power requirements etc.
• REQUIRED SOFTWARE TOOLS : PSS®E OR DIgSILENT Power Factory OR PSCAD
• Good to have skills: MATLAB /MATHCAD / PYTHON(PSA)

Qualifications / Requirements

• B. Tech Electrical, while or M. Tech in Power Systems Activity preferrable.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with at least 5+ years of relevant experience in Network Studies, engineering design & electrical power systems studies. Experience years is flexible and can be considered as per suitable candidate.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skill with proficiency in Japanese & English.
• Ability to work independently.
• Capability to lead project independently along with Client handling.
• Knowledge on international environment and design practices in electrical power industry.

The Asia Pacific (APAC) Grid System Integration (GSI) team delivers a wide range of turnkey high voltage AC and DC transmission projects to its customers. Grid Solutions, a GE Vernova business, serves customers globally with over 20,000 employees. We provide power utilities and industries worldwide with equipment, systems and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. Grid Solutions is focused on addressing the challenges of the energy transition by enabling the safe and reliable connection of renewable and distributed energy resources to the grid. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition.

About GE Grid Solutions:

At GE Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.

Why we come to work:

At GE Renewable Energy, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.

What we offer:

A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements

Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Tokyo, Japan

Job ID: GE_Vernova-471109243

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Posted: 2025-10-31T18:30:46