Senior Transmission Planning and Power Systems Consultant

This senior-level position is within Sargent & Lundy's Consulting Group and will be responsible for the following: Supporting generator interconnection applications and associated system impact studies Transmission system planning and analysis, including studies in load flow, stability, short circuit, and electromagnetic transients (EMT), to support a variety of clients such as project developers, and electric utilities Performing transmission system technical analysis, which includes power flow studies and contingency analysis, stability analysis, voltage analysis, and EMT studies related to the impact of conventional energy generation, inverter-based generation, and high voltage direct-current (HVDC) on the transmission system Qualifications This position will be located in the UAE local candidates are preferred. Essential skills and

Experience

A Bachelor s Degree in Electrical Engineering and sufficient industry experience is considered in lieu of an advanced degree A minimum of 8 years relevant engineering experience with an emphasis in power system modeling and analysis, including load flow analysis and time domain analysis Experience in load flow and contingency analysis to identify transmission thermal and voltage constraints and to identify transfer capability limits Experience in stability analysis to identify critical clearing times, identify voltage constraints and analyze power system damping Experience using transmission planning software for load flow modeling, contingency analysis, and stability analysis using PSS/E, PSLF, TARA Experience in Python scripting Experience in electromagnetic transient analysis using PSCAD Experience in harmonic analysis using DigSilient Experience with regional utility standards e.g DEWA, Transco, Saudi Arabia National Grid Valued but not required skills and

Experience

Master s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred Experience in modeling and application studies for HVDC converters and HVDC transmission lines Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or ASPEN Experience in the interconnection process for large generators (>200MW) Knowledge of power regions and ISOs/RTOs, such as: PJM, MISO, NYISO, ERCOT, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ISO-NE Experience in Java Script, or other scripting languages Technology & Innovation Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description. Award-Winning Benefits

Desired Candidate Profile

This position will be located in the UAE local candidates are preferred. Essential skills and

Experience

Experience

Master s or PhD in Electrical Engineering is preferred Experience in modeling and application studies for HVDC converters and HVDC transmission lines Experience in short circuit analysis and using software programs CAPE or ASPEN Experience in the interconnection process for large generators (>200MW) Knowledge of power regions and ISOs/RTOs, such as: PJM, MISO, NYISO, ERCOT, SPP, CAISO, WECC, SERC, ISO-NE Experience in Java Script, or other scripting languages