Senior/Principal Power System Analysis Engineer

The Opportunity
In this role you would be working within a dynamic team comprising some of New Zealand's top Electrical Engineering specialists. You would primarily be focused on undertaking a range of challenging projects so familiarity with the New Zealand transmission and distribution systems and an appreciation for the key relationships between major industry stakeholders will be required.
The role will focus on:

• Project evaluation, scoping, specification and quoting;
• Engineering of solutions for generation aspects of the power system;
• Modelling and analysis of the power system, with knowledge of the following techniques:
  o load-flow and short circuit assessment.
  o analytic techniques, including PV and QV analysis, for determination of power system limits.
  o dynamic RMS simulations, for transient and voltage stability.
  o generator control systems modelling, including AVR, PSS, OEL, UEL and speed governors.
  o knowledge of scripting techniques (for instance Python), within industry standard tools, such as PSS/E and PowerFactory, would be an advantage.
  o experience in the use of Siemens PSS/E and DIgSILENT PowerFactory, to undertake system studies, would be highly advantageous.
  • communicating results and solutions to our clients

This role could be based in either Wellington or Auckland, Christchurch

Our client is an electrical engineering consultancy providing specialist quality technical consulting and project management services to the New Zealand's power sector. Over the past few decades they have developed a formidable reputation for quality and excellence which has in turn lead to a loyal and broad client following. Their reputation for excellence means that they have a stable forward pipeline of projects as their business continues to grow, providing stability and confidence through both busy and quieter times in the New Zealand power industry. With a strong employment brand and offices across New Zealand our client continues to grow in numbers, they are now interested in talking to Mid to Senior Level Modelling and Analysis Engineers.

Apply on line today or email your CV to engineer@thetalenthive.co.nz

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