VEVestas
Lead Engineer Power System
Chennai ₹8-16 LPA Posted 5 Aug 2025
FULL TIME
Documentation
power system operations
Structured Design
Stakeholder Engagement
grid computing
+1 more
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer - Power System Study to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in power systems and renewable energy, with a focus on simulation modeling and grid interconnection requirements. This role is crucial for analyzing grid solutions, designing and reviewing Balance of Plant (BoP) for wind power plants, and leading a team of engineers. You will be a key liaison with grid operators and customers, ensuring our projects meet all technical and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Power System Modeling & Analysis: Develop and review electrical power system simulation models for wind and hybrid plants. Analyze site-specific grid interconnection solutions and ensure compliance with grid codes.
- Design & Review: Design and review the Balance of Plant (BoP) for wind power plants. This includes substation engineering, load flows, short circuit analysis, and relay settings.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Present findings to and conduct meetings with grid operators and customers for project-specific needs.
- Team Leadership: Lead a team of engineers and trainees, providing guidance and technical mentorship.
- Documentation & Reporting: Write and review reports, ensuring all documentation is accurate and thorough.
Qualifications
- A Master's or Bachelor's degree in Power System or a similar engineering specialization.
- Proven relevant experience in power system studies within the renewable energy or power domain.
- Experience in designing and reviewing renewable grid interconnection solutions.
- In-depth exposure to Grid Codes and experience providing compliance for different TSOs.
- Proficiency in simulation tools such as PSS/E, Power Factory, PSCAD, or ETAP.
- Strong proficiency in English communication skills.
Competencies
- Technical Expertise: A solid electrical engineering background with expertise in substation engineering, transient analysis, harmonic assessment, and relay coordination.
- Leadership: An innovative and results-oriented attitude with managerial and leadership exposure.
- Project Management: Experience in efficiently managing projects, tasks, and guiding a team.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).