Grid Connection Engineer

YOUR MISSIONS

As a Grid Connection Engineer , you will play a key role in supporting the operation, analysis, and optimization of power systems within our renewable energy portfolio. In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Analysis of received technical information for a specific project (including RFP/RFQ and tenders) that impacts the Grid Connection design of the project;
• Analysis and interpretation of applicable Grid Codes and regulatory requirements impacting the design of renewable power plants and their electrical interconnection infrastructure;
• Participation in the design and dimensioning of electrical systems associated with renewable power plants, including: Interconnection substations, Delivery stations, Medium and high voltage electrical networks, Transmission lines and grid connection infrastructure;
• Preparation and review of electrical documentation, including: Single Line Diagrams (SLD), SCADA, protection, control and automation systems, Electrical layouts and interconnection diagrams, Technical notes and calculation reports;
• Participation in the analysis and validation of grid impact studies, including: Power flow analysis, Short circuit analysis, Voltage and reactive power capability studies, Stability and dynamic performance assessments;
• Contribution to technical assessments and optimization studies, evaluating alternative engineering solutions considering technical performance, grid compliance and project costs;
• Provide technical support to internal teams during sales, engineering, procurement and construction phases of renewable energy projects.
• Interface with external stakeholders such as Engineering consultants, Equipment suppliers, Grid operators and utilities;
• Participate in technical due diligence and review processes of electrical designs developed internally or by third parties;
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering tools, calculation methodologies and internal procedures used by the Power Systems team.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

The ideal candidate will be/have:

• Master Degree or Degree in Electrical Engineering - Specialization in Energy Systems or Automation Systems (mandatory);
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in the Power Systems area;
• MS Office, AutoCAD, ELEK, ETAP, DigSilent (valued) and other electrical engineering software tools;
• English language proficiency; Portuguese, Spanish, French (valued);
• Available for national and international travel.

KEY SKILLS

We are looking for someone who is:

• Communicative and analytical;
• Organized and responsible;
• Self-motivated and proactive;
• Able to work under pressure;
• Team-oriented and adaptable.