Grid Connection Modelling Engineer

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In our culture of trust, we focus on empowerment, diversity, and continuous learning. Valuing our people is what makes us one global team, with our colleagues safety at the heart of our organization.

We are looking for Grid Connection Modelling Engineers to join our team in Izmir.

How to contribute to our vision

We are looking for a team member who is eager to take on an active role in developing our team.

Your responsibilities will include

• Development of electrical models for grid connection studies and implementation of specific functions/features into the model.
• Grid connection analysis studies via simulations in various simulation tools such as DIgSILENT PF, PSS/E, PSCAD, MATLAB & Simulink PowerFactory, EMTP-RV.
• Knowledge of programming languages, such as Python & DPL would be a plus
• Analysis of simulation results and identify needed performance/modelling improvements.
• Benchmarking and validation of wind turbine models against reference data.
• Documentation of activities: design report, validation reports, user manuals.
• Support to customers, either external or internal, regarding issues related to simulation models delivered.
• Identify gaps in the model development cycle and suggest effective solutions to decrease design time.
• Participate in the decision process for the company’s electrical modelling roadmap.

What you need to make a difference

Education: BSc or MSc in electrical or electronic engineering or similar equivalent.

Previous experience: Ideally, a minimum of 5 or more years’ experience in electrical power engineering modelling and simulation.

SW skills:

• MATLAB Simulink
• Advanced level experience with at least one of the tools below;
  • PSS/E
  • DIgSILENT PowerFactory (RMS and/or EMT)
  • PSCAD
  • EMTP-RV
  • MATLAB & Simulink PowerFactory
• Specific compiling and compatibility issues of the software tools
• C/C++, Fortran, Python, DPL would be a plus
• MS Office

Technical knowledge:

• Grid simulation; load flow, short-circuit, dynamic simulations, transient stability, harmonic analysis, fault ride-through
• Grid code requirements fundamentals
• Modeling and simulation of control systems (e.g. current control, voltage control) and power system components (e.g. transmission lines, transformers, generators) in time-domain and frequency-domain
• Desirable experience with wind turbines (DFIG and/or FC technologies), or other converter-based units (e.g. PV, HVDC, STATCOM, Energy Storage) or other generation units (e.g. hydro power plants).
• Power electronics converters control and/or modelling
• Grid interaction studies: SSR, SSCI, weak grids; ancillary services
• Mathematics; numerical analysis, signal processing: filtering, interpolation, FFT, control theory, optimization techniques
• Electrical engineering; transmission and distribution networks, grid elements: (power transformers, power cables, reactive power compensation devices, protection)
• Electrical machines control and/or modelling

Languages: High level of English writing and speaking

In return of your commitment we offer you…

Become a part of our mission for sustainability: Clean energy for generations to come. We are a global team of diverse colleagues who share a passion for renewable energy and have a culture of trust and empowerment to make our own ideas a reality. We focus on personal and professional development to grow internally within our organization. Siemens Gamesa offers a wide variety of benefits such as flexible working hours as well as home-office possibility for many colleagues, employer-funded pension, attractive remuneration package (fixed/variable) and local benefits such as subsidized lunch, employee discounts and much more.

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Other information

For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact recruiting team via Aysegul Izgi on [email protected].  Please mention the Job ID in the email.

We kindly draw your attention to the fact that this email may NOT be used for sending applications or CVs for evaluation.

Please apply in English via the apply button with your CV and a motivational letter

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working

Siemens Gamesa is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a work environment that is free from discrimination and where employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment at Siemens Gamesa is based solely on an individual's merit and qualifications, which are directly related to job competence. Siemens Gamesa does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant on the basis of race, ethnicity, nationality, ancestry, genetic information, citizenship, religion, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, rules or regulations. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruiting, hiring, training, compensation, promotion and benefits.

We are driven by people - from more than 100 different countries, they build the company we are every day. Our diverse and inclusive culture encourages us to think outside the box, speak without fear, and be bold. We value the flexibility that our smart-working arrangements, our digital disconnection framework and our  family-friendly practices bring to the new way of working.